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FULL-TIME POSITION JOB DUTIES: Under General Supervision the Natural Resources Manager develops and implements natural resource management plans for Park District properties; creates and maintains trails; promotes the preservation and promotion of natural areas; and monitors conservation easements. The Natural Resources Manager will: Work with staff and volunteers on trail maintenance and natural areas management such as mowing, trimming, invasive plant removals, planting, spraying, and picking up trash; lead work crews in natural areas; develop best management practices for natural areas and trails. Develop GIS based land management plans; implements land management plans; design and construct trails; locate and mark property boundaries using map, compass and GPS; maintain trail markers and signs; maintain bridges, gates, entrance areas and parking areas. Conducts routine monitoring and patrolling of Park District park trails and facilities; walks trails and assess activity areas; ensures compliance with rules and regulations; prepares monitoring reports. Monitor conservation easements for violations, prepare monitoring reports, work with landowners to correct violations of easements. Advise landowners on land management practices in order to maintain conservation easements. Promote the preservation and protection of natural areas; identify and inventory wildlife species and native plants; performs habitat restoration projects, including invasive species removals. Supervise and train natural resources technician, reviews employee work. Assist Naturalist with naturalist programs; may provide land conservation, wildlife, cultural and/or historical information to the general public. Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance; may be required to work extra hours, evening hours, weekends and/or holidays as necessary; to handle maintenance and/or safety issues that arise. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in natural sciences such as biology, geology environmental studies or horticulture or a related field, and one (1) year of work experience in the natural resources management or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid State of Ohio Driver's License. Must remain insurable under the Park District's vehicle insurance policy. Must possess Ohio State Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training certificate or be able to obtain the certificate within six (6) months of employment in this position. Must be certified in First Aid, CPR and BBP by a recognized health care educational provider or obtain certification within six (6) months of employment in this position. BENEFITS: Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); Direct Deposit; Deferred Compensation Plans; Benefits to include Health, Dental and Vision Plans; Sick Leave Accrual; Vacation Leave- upon 1 year anniversary; 10 Paid Holidays per year; 8 hours of Annual Personal Leave; Clermont Park District provides a Smoke-Free and Drug-Free workplace OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Selected applicants who receive a Conditional Offer of Employment must successfully pass a criminal background check conducted by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigations, a Driver's License check conducted by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles and successfully pass a drug/alcohol screening test