[PCA] JOB: Regional Nature Preserve Mgr (Frankfort, KY)

[Olivia Kwong]

FULL TIME REGIONAL NATURE PRESERVE MANAGER POSITION WITH THE KENTUCKY 
STATE NATURE PRESERVES COMMISSION

Class Title: Environmental Technologist II (Grade 13) Title Code: 3021

OVERVIEW OF DUTIES: Plans, assigns, and oversees the management activities 
of nature preserve management staff (Stewardship Assistant and Preserve 
Management Worker) and volunteers.  Coordinates the implementation of 
preserve management plan objectives such as exotic species control, 
prescribed fire, construction of trails and fire breaks, vegetation 
management, and  rare species monitoring.  Develops management plans for 
all preserves in region.  Inspects assigned preserves on a regular basis. 
Evaluates potential acquisitions for management concerns and hazardous 
wastes. Conducts prescribed burns and writes burn plans.  Trains staff on 
preserve management techniques, use of equipment, herbicides, and personal 
safety.  Uses hand tools and power equipment such as chainsaws, leaf 
blowers, and weed/brush cutters.  Makes presentations to school and civic 
groups.  Develops interpretive trails and brochures, species lists, etc. 
Leads interpretive hikes.  Works with local school systems to promote 
outdoor education on nature preserves in region.  Recruits volunteers to 
augment regional stewardship efforts.  Keeps daily records and maintains 
and repairs assigned equipment.  Operates and maintains motor vehicles 
including tractors and all terrain vehicles.  Prepares monthly and annual 
reports documenting research and management activities.  Assists visiting 
researchers with projects.  Communicates and coordinates with managing 
agents, private and public agencies owning dedicated preserves, law 
enforcement, fire, and local officials for their assistance in monitoring 
activities on preserves and natural areas.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's 
degree in natural resources or physical science, i.e. biology, ecology, 
environmental science, conservation, or a closely related field.  Must 
have at least one year of professional field experience in natural 
resources or related area, i.e. natural areas management, wilderness 
management, nature preserve management or a related field.  Must possess a 
valid driver.s license.

* Position is for the Eastern Regional Preserve Manager.  The position 
will be based in Frankfort, KY.

* Position is responsible for implementing KSNPC's burn program in the 
eastern region.  Previous experience in planning and conducting prescribed 
fires is strongly desired.

* Must be willing to work long hours and some weekends, and to travel 
throughout Kentucky.

* Must be able to carry a heavy load over uneven terrain.

SALARY: Grade 13 Minimum: $2519.40/month

Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit 
to a drug screening test and background check.

Please complete and submit to the Personnel Cabinet a state application 
form by following directions available at 
http://personnel.ky.gov/employment/onlineap.htm

Additionally, please submit a resume. to Joyce Bender, Nature Preserves 
and Natural Areas Branch Manager, at 801 Schenkel Lane, Frankfort, KY 
40601by August 11, 2006.  Contact Joyce at 502 573-2886.

Equal Opportunity Employer F/M/D