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East Bay Municipal Utility District

Ranger/Naturalist I (Part-time/Limited Term)

Position Number: 2942826
Location: Oakland, CA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Opens online at www.ebmud.com/jobs on Monday, March 21, 2022
Online applications must be received by 4:30 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2022
Internal Reference # 22-052T

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) invites individuals to apply for a:

Part-time/seasonal (up to 30 hours per week) in the East Bay Watershed Resources Section
OR
Limited Term (full time - 40 hours per week up to one year) in the Mokelumne Watershed Section.

The Ranger/Naturalist I, a training position which under close supervision perform basic maintenance and operational duties related to EBMUD's watershed and recreation properties and assist in tasks related to the development and conservation of ranges forestry, fisheries and wildlife. As knowledge and experience are gained, routine duties are carried out without detailed supervision. This position routinely works weekends, holidays, shift work and overtime; has public contact with the visiting public, answering questions and providing information about natural resources and available facilities. Rangers patrol EBMUD's watershed lands, use hand and power tools to build and repair fences, remove hazardous trees and brush, install signs, and construct and repair various structures and other facilities.

General duties may include:
Constructing, maintaining, operating, and repairing watershed/recreation facilities to include fences, picnic tables, fireplaces, water developments, sanitation facilities, irrigation systems, and fishing and boating docks; uses welding equipment and common hand and power tools to make basic repairs.
Collecting and accounting for parking, boating, and visitor fees; rents boats and sells fishing licenses and merchandise.
Answering visitor inquiries; giving directions; interpreting and explaining natural and historic features of the area; conducting tours and securing visitors' cooperation in adhering-to the rules and regulations of the area; calling for assistance if visitors' cooperation cannot be secured.
Performing range and general watershed management duties to include gathering and burning weeds and brush; constructing erosion control structures, trails, and fire breaks; felling diseased and unwanted trees; posting signs; planting trees, lawns, and flowers; and participating in integrated post and weed management Including applying sprays and poisons for wood, insect, and rodent control.
Assisting with EBMUD's fire inspection and prevention programs.

NOTE: The recruitment for these part-time or Limited Term positions will not result in the establishment of a civil service list.

Requirements:
1. High school graduation or its equivalent; and
2. California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
3. Sufficient swimming ability for self-preservation and for learning and performing lifesaving techniques.
4. Strength and agility to take boats out of water and drag fire hose up a hill.
5. Willingness to work exposed to adverse weather conditions and where fire, insects, plants and animals are potential hazards.
6. Willingness to wear a uniform and to work shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.
7. May be required on a scheduled basis to be clean shaven as required to wear respiratory protection equipment.

Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com/jobs by 4:30 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2022. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability
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