Land Management Support Specialist

Sarasota County Government

Knights Trail Park, Sarasota County, USA
Base: $56,139.20 annually; bonus/equity: not speci...
Florida native ecosystems knowledge
Prescribed fire operations
Invasive plant monitoring and treatment
This position will split time between Wildland Fire Operations and Neighborhood Natural Areas, implementing resource management operations, monitoring ecological conditions, and developing/overseeing contracts

Job Summary

  • This position will split time between Wildland Fire Operations and Neighborhood Natural Areas, implementing resource management operations, monitoring ecological conditions, and developing/overseeing contracts.
  • Responsibilities include assisting with prescribed fire operations, conducting invasive plant monitoring and treatment, and collecting/analyzing land management data.
  • The role offers a starting pay of $56,139.20 annually with benefits beginning within 60 days of hire, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Matching Summary

This position will split time between Wildland Fire Operations and Neighborhood Natural Areas, implementing resource management operations, monitoring ecological conditions, and developing/overseeing contracts.

Salary

Base: $56,139.20 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, FSA, EAP, FRS

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Florida native ecosystems knowledge
  • Prescribed fire operations
  • Invasive plant monitoring and treatment
  • Resource management plans
  • GPS/GIS data analysis
  • Public outreach material development

Nice-to-have

  • Motivated and tech-savvy
  • Environmentally focused
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service oriented

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in biological/physical sciences or related field AND 2 years experience OR Masters degree AND 1 year experience OR equivalent professional experience
  • Moderate or Arduous Pack Test within one year
  • NWCG Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) qualified
  • Valid Florida Driver's License
  • Florida pesticide applicators license

Work Rights

Must have work authorization

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