Mountain Region Stewardship Technician
Dept Conservation & Recreation
Roanoke, VA
$18 - $21 an hour - Part-time, Full-time
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Pay • $18 - $21 an hour
Job type • Part-time
• Full-time
Shift and schedule • Weekends as needed
 
Location Roanoke, VA
 
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• Free parking
 
Full job description
Title: Mountain Region Stewardship Technician
State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III
Hiring Range: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation
Location: Western Regional Office
Agency Website: www.dcr.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
THE AGENCY
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the state’s lead conservation agency, and it takes a diverse agency to work for a diverse commonwealth. DCR protects what people care about – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure. We manage 42 Virginia State Parks, which has thousands of campsites, hundreds of cabins, beaches, festivals, educational programs, more than 500 miles of trails … the list goes on. If you’re someone who wants to love what you do and make a difference, DCR is the place for you!
THE DIVISION
Since 1989, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has dedicated its Natural Heritage staff to the identification, protection, and stewardship of Virginia's biodiversity. To date, inventory has identified over 2200 conservation sites containing one or more rare species, significant caves, or exemplary natural communities. With over 45 employees dedicated to the preservation and stewardship of Virginia's natural heritage resources, the Division has available the skills of biologists, ecologists, zoologists, conservation planners, environmental resource managers, landscape architects, and data managers.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Mountain Region Assistant Steward will assist with the management of Natural Area Preserves (NAP) in the Mountain Region of western Virginia. This is a part-time, hourly position up to 40 hours per week, with no benefits other than worker’s compensation. The work schedule is flexible and may include weekends. This position will offer learning and professional training opportunities as available and appropriate.
Duties:
1. Assist DCR Natural Heritage Division stewardship staff with management of natural area preserves in the Mountain Region of western Virginia. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: invasive species management, trail maintenance, fire-line preparation, service on prescribed burn crews, posting preserve boundaries, cleaning & maintenance of equipment and workshop, leading volunteer workdays, & NAP trash removal.
2. Operation of vehicles and equipment such as pickup trucks and trailers, tractors, UTVs, chainsaws, herbicide sprayers, hand tools, power tools, and prescribed fire equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience safely accomplishing arduous physical work outdoors, particularly in remote environments, and a variety of weather conditions.
Experience navigating both on and off trails with a compass and/ or GPS.
Experience safely using a variety of hand and/ or power tools.
Additional Considerations
Coursework in natural sciences or natural resources, or equivalent work experience.
Experience with operation of vehicles and equipment such as pickup trucks and trailers, tractors, UTVs, chainsaws, pesticide sprayers, hand tools, power tools, and prescribed fire equipment.
Qualified as Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2).
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Valid state driver’s license
Ability to regularly work in diverse conditions including exposure to the outdoors, weather in all seasons, dust, animals and insects, ability to perform heavy manual labor to include standing, bending, pulling, climbing, and frequently lifting 25 lbs.
Ability to pass the NWCG wildland fire work capacity test (arduous level).
Ability to obtain a pesticide applicator registered technician certification.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.
DCR is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the highest ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our greatest strength lies in the individual differences, experiences, and skillsets that our employees bring to the table. Because of this, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life, and we welcome all contributions in terms of age, beliefs, color, culture, disability, education, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, language, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran’s status.
Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.
Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.
Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT
DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts.
Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service), are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as:
Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins and yurts are included; one night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.
Contact Information
Name: Laura Nelson
Phone: 804-786-7964
Email: hr@dcr.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Title: Mountain Region Stewardship Technician
State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III
Hiring Range: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation
Location: Western Regional Office
Agency Website: www.dcr.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
THE AGENCY
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the state’s lead conservation agency, and it takes a diverse agency to work for a diverse commonwealth. DCR protects what people care about – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure. We manage 42 Virginia State Parks, which has thousands of campsites, hundreds of cabins, beaches, festivals, educational programs, more than 500 miles of trails … the list goes on. If you’re someone who wants to love what you do and make a difference, DCR is the place for you!
THE DIVISION
Since 1989, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has dedicated its Natural Heritage staff to the identification, protection, and stewardship of Virginia's biodiversity. To date, inventory has identified over 2200 conservation sites containing one or more rare species, significant caves, or exemplary natural communities. With over 45 employees dedicated to the preservation and stewardship of Virginia's natural heritage resources, the Division has available the skills of biologists, ecologists, zoologists, conservation planners, environmental resource managers, landscape architects, and data managers.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Mountain Region Assistant Steward will assist with the management of Natural Area Preserves (NAP) in the Mountain Region of western Virginia. This is a part-time, hourly position up to 40 hours per week, with no benefits other than worker’s compensation. The work schedule is flexible and may include weekends. This position will offer learning and professional training opportunities as available and appropriate.
Duties:
1. Assist DCR Natural Heritage Division stewardship staff with management of natural area preserves in the Mountain Region of western Virginia. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: invasive species management, trail maintenance, fire-line preparation, service on prescribed burn crews, posting preserve boundaries, cleaning & maintenance of equipment and workshop, leading volunteer workdays, & NAP trash removal.
2. Operation of vehicles and equipment such as pickup trucks and trailers, tractors, UTVs, chainsaws, herbicide sprayers, hand tools, power tools, and prescribed fire equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience safely accomplishing arduous physical work outdoors, particularly in remote environments, and a variety of weather conditions.
Experience navigating both on and off trails with a compass and/ or GPS.
Experience safely using a variety of hand and/ or power tools.
Additional Considerations
Coursework in natural sciences or natural resources, or equivalent work experience.
Experience with operation of vehicles and equipment such as pickup trucks and trailers, tractors, UTVs, chainsaws, pesticide sprayers, hand tools, power tools, and prescribed fire equipment.
Qualified as Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2).
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Valid state driver’s license
Ability to regularly work in diverse conditions including exposure to the outdoors, weather in all seasons, dust, animals and insects, ability to perform heavy manual labor to include standing, bending, pulling, climbing, and frequently lifting 25 lbs.
Ability to pass the NWCG wildland fire work capacity test (arduous level).
Ability to obtain a pesticide applicator registered technician certification.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.
DCR is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the highest ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our greatest strength lies in the individual differences, experiences, and skillsets that our employees bring to the table. Because of this, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life, and we welcome all contributions in terms of age, beliefs, color, culture, disability, education, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, language, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran’s status.
Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.
Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.
Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT
DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts.
Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service), are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as:
Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins and yurts are included; one night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.
Contact Information
Name: Laura Nelson
Phone: 804-786-7964
Email: hr@dcr.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer