The Brown Family Environmental Center is hiring an Assistant Land Manager

Employer: The Brown Family Environmental Center (BFEC)

Employee Type: Part Time

Base Salary: $15.00/hour

Website: https://www.kenyon.edu/campus-life/sustainability-green-initiatives/brown-family-environmental-center/

How to Apply: Send resume, cover letter and contact information for two references to jordan2@kenyon.edu

Position Summary:
Primary responsibilities for this seasonal position include trail maintenance, light landscaping, and invasive species removal.

This is a 3 to 6 month appointment, with a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday.

Hourly rate is $15.00.

Essential Functions at BFEC:
 Trail Maintenance – Regular trail maintenance includes but is not limited to mowing and trimming plants for accessibility.
 Grounds Work – Regular trimming around bluebird boxes, benches, interpretive panels. Regular mowing in the Wildlife Garden area.
 Invasive Species Management – Removal of different invasive plant species and replanting natives as needed.
 Bluebird Monitor – Monitor bluebird trail as needed.
 Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Success Factors:
 Ability to take direction, work independently and work as part of a team
 Previous experience with tools, including but not limited to push lawn mower, zero turn mower, tractor, hedge trimmer, weed eater, hand drill
 Comfortable with physical outdoor work
 Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
 Willingness to acquire new skills as job responsibilities demand
 Knowledge of BFEC a plus
 Basic natural history knowledge a plus

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.

Working Conditions:
This is an outdoor position and includes exposure to sun, pollen, insects, and poisonous plants, and requires the ability to work in heat, humidity, rain, and cold.

Minimum Qualifications:
 High School Diploma
 At least 18 years of age