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Bernalillo CountyGovernment

Resource Specialist

Location

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

1+ years

Compensation

$22 - $36 per hour

Posted

2h ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

The Open Space Resource Specialist supports the protection, conservation, and sustainable management of natural and cultural resources across County parks, open spaces, and trails. This role involves researching, developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental and agricultural initiatives, coordinating with various agencies, and preparing educational materials.

The Open Space Resource Specialist supports the protection, conservation, and sustainable management of natural and cultural resources across County parks, open spaces, trails, and related programs. Researches, develops, implements, and monitors environmental and agricultural initiatives. Prepares outdoor and environmental education materials and coordinates efforts with internal departments and external local, state, and federal agencies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinates and monitors agricultural programs and activities on Open Space properties.

  • Organizes and oversees volunteers, service projects, and educational field trips.

  • Works with the Open Space Coordinator to research and implement strategies for improving soil quality and controlling invasive plant species and pests.

  • Assists in planning, developing, and maintaining natural surface trails.

  • Coordinates forest thinning projects in partnership with external agencies.

  • Implements forest health, land conservation, and wildlife initiatives; this includes researching, developing, and recommending strategies, coordinating with stakeholders, and monitoring progress.

  • Develops and applies methods to measure the effectiveness of resource management initiatives and publishes periodic online updates.

  • Acts as a liaison to external environmental research and monitoring programs.

  • Coordinates and secures cultural and environmental clearances as needed.

  • Uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to analyze data and produce maps.

  • Maintains and updates department web content and social media accounts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Outdoor Recreation, Natural or Earth Sciences, Environmental Education, Planning, or Natural Resource Management.

  • One (1) year of work experience in above fields.

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

  • Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.

  • Adherence to all County safety guidelines.

  • Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.

  • Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.

  • Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Duties are primarily performed outdoors with exposure to seasonal weather conditions, particularly during spring and summer.

  • When indoors, work takes place in a temperature-controlled environment on dry, level surfaces that may be carpeted or tiled.

  • Tasks are typically performed independently but may also involve collaboration with individuals or small teams.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Regular use of standard office equipment including computer, telephone, calculator, fax machine, and copier.

  • Utilizes various field tools such as GPS units and basic gardening and farming tools.

  • Handles a variety of documents, reports, and paper-based materials in the course of daily responsibilities.

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Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) • 1+ yrs
Global Positioning Systems (GPS) • 1+ yrs
Natural Resource Management • 1+ yrs
Environmental Education • 1+ yrs
Conservation • 1+ yrs
Project Coordination • 1+ yrs
Data Analysis • 1+ yrs
Web Content Management • 1+ yrs

Experience

1+ years

Certifications

FEMA training(s) assigned to this position • Required
New Mexico driver’s license • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$22 - $36 per hour

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodHourly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationAlbuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium7/10
physicalMedium7/10
cognitiveHigh8/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityMedium6/10
uncertaintyMedium6/10
communicationMedium7/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Bernalillo County

Team size

Growing team

Location

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits.

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Resource Specialist

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United StatesFull Time