Job Description
Coordinates and administers environmental land management and land use services to fulfill parks and conservation management plan requirements and Environmental Lands Acquisition and Protection Program (ELAPP) objectives.
Ideal candidate
The ideal candidate for the Ecological Restoration Coordinator is a strong land management leader with direct experience planning and implementing long-term habitat restoration projects on conservation lands. They should be skilled in evaluating restoration needs, developing scopes of service, overseeing contractors, establishing monitoring programs, and analyzing data and trends related to native habitats, invasive species, prescribed fire, and public use impacts. The best candidate will combine restoration expertise, scientific judgment, and supervisory ability to guide staff and projects in a way that protects ELAPP preserves, improves ecological function, and supports informed management decisions on surrounding land use and environmental change. Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-faceted team to project success. Demonstrate ability to interpret and evaluate land management plans for statutory compliance and operational function. Essential to possess a solid understanding of special data and GIS software.
Salary Minimum: $63,065.60- $81,985.28/yearly
Core Competencies
- Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
- Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
- Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
- Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.
- Manages and coordinates activities and resources within a large environmental lands management program.
- Evaluates and prioritizes land management needs across areas of responsibility and formulates and implements strategies for solving land management issues related to exotic species invasion, State and Federal listed species management, habitat restoration, prescribed fire, soil and water impacts, and public recreation. Participates in site assessments and provides feedback regarding potential site acquisitions and management needs.
- Develops and implements capital projects relating to habitat restoration, mitigation, and other land management needs, including managing projects, agricultural leases, and other land use agreements.
- Implements and manages new and/or existing recreational facilities to accommodate public access for various recreational activities, and monitors site usage to ensure activities do not conflict with the goals and purposes of the ELAPP program.
- Oversees maintenance and installation of infrastructure such as fire lanes, trails, fences, gates, public access points, storage facilities, etc.
- Assists in formulating environmental rules, policies, regulations, and operating instructions.
- Supervises the work of subordinate staff by scheduling, assigning and reviewing work, providing training and counseling, and evaluating performance.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Job Specifications
- Knowledge of natural lands management and environmental protection issues.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and local environmental laws, regulation and policies.
- Knowledge of conservation management plan requirements and ELAPP objectives.
- Some knowledge of GIS and GPS technology.
- Skill in the analysis and resolution of complex environmental issues.
- Skill in the use of a computer and related programs.
- Ability to collect, organize, and evaluate data and to develop logical conclusions.
- Ability to prepare complex environmental related reports.
- Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Physical Requirements
- Work is typically performed in an office environment.
- May require sitting an extended period of time.
Work Category
- Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Minimum Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Natural Science, Physical Science, or related field; AND
- Five years of experience in environmental lands management or related field; AND
- Two years of experience at a supervisory level; OR
- An equivalent combination of education (not less than a high school diploma/GED), training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND
- Must obtain within 6 months of employment valid Restricted Use Pesticide License-Natural Areas Category, and maintain throughout employment; AND
- Must pass basic firefighting training courses (S130, S190, L180) within 6 months of employment; AND
- Must obtain Florida Certified Prescribed Burn Manager certification within 1 year of employment, as directed, and lead prescribed burns.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.
Additional Job Requirements
A department, depending on the nature of its mission and operations, may require that employees in all or certain positions in this job classification:
- Maintain the ability to pass the background checks required for the position. These background checks may include but are not limited to:
- Criminal History Background Check using Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS)
- Level 1 and Level 2 Background screening (Ch. 435 Florida Statutes)
- Child Abuse, Abandonment and Neglect Record Check using the State Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS)
- Sex Offender and Sexual Predator record check using the list maintained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
- Possess the necessary job-related license(s) or certification(s) that may include possession of a Florida Driver License (Class E) or an applicable Commercial Driver License (CDL).
