Seasonal Environmental Land Management Specialist - Charlotte County, FL

JOB SUMMARY
Performs technical and field work protecting Charlotte County’s natural resources including wetlands, listed wildlife species, and native habitats by managing environmental parks, preserves, easements, and mitigation lands. Prepares and implements management plans for environmentally sensitive land in compliance with current land management practices and local, state and federal requirements for listed species on public lands.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reviews and implements assigned habitat management plans: plans and conducts prescribed burns; identifies and treats exotic and invasive plants. 
• Conducts listed species surveys and flora monitoring; and maintains an inventory of listed species and vegetation communities within the County. 
• Organizes and analyzes data to be used for internal projects, county-wide projects, and for statewide agencies working to protect Florida's wildlife and natural resources. 
• Prepares and submits purchase requisitions and work orders for habitat management activities, such as fences, herbicides, and special events; and monitors related contracted work.  
• Prepares grants for natural resource protection; monitors and ensures adherence to grant requirements. 
• Conducts educational outreach: prepares, writes and distributes educational materials; and makes presentations to civic groups, schools, conferences, etc.  
• Leads volunteer groups involved in land management projects: identifies priorities and assigns work; and coordinates logistics and materials to complete projects.  
• Provides exceptional customer assistance, problem-solving, and/or complaint resolution by all forms of communication.