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Conservation Technician I - III

State/SOS
Full-time
On-site
Dover, Delaware, United States

Introduction

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The Department of State's (DOS) responsibilities are found in virtually every aspect of state government: economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture and quality-of-life issues. Our mission at DOS range from preserving Delaware’s historical sites and collections, to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, to serving consumers, public employees and veterans.

DOS offer numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in state government.

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Summary Statement

The mission of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetary is to provide a final resting place for eligible veterans and dependents. These positions aid in maintaining the grounds, constant teamwork, and occasional customer relations with members of the public. Responsibilities include care for the memorial park, heavy equipment operations and physical labor digging graves/assisting with interments.

Career Ladder

Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

Preferred Qualification

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

  • Must be an Honorably Discharged Veteran.

A legible copy of Form DD214 must be dropped off at one of the Department of Human Resources (DHR) offices or fax your form to DHR_EmploymentSvcsSL_Fax@delaware.gov by 4:30 p.m. on the business day following the closing date on the posting. Veterans requiring additional information regarding DD214's may contact Veteran's Affairs at www.va.gov or by calling their office toll free at 1-800-827-1000.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed.

  • Performs a variety of natural resources conservation and preservation duties for assigned agency operations such as propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting, and care of trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns, and crops, turf/grounds management, integrated pest management, herbicide/fertilizer application, layout and design, macroalgae harvesting, channel marking, debris management, and assessing soil composition and environmental conditions.
  • Ensures the safe use of state owned and/or maintained grounds and facilities by the public and resolves safety concerns or other issues.
  • Applies conservation and preservation principles and practices, as well as related laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Completes maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, and grounds maintenance.
  • Operates marine, land-based, and construction equipment and vehicles.
  • Provides information to the public and responds to inquiries regarding conservation and preservation efforts and related activities; assists in responding to storms or other related, agency-specific situations.
  • Participates in special projects and initiatives.
  • Completes standard forms/applications and maintains records, logs, and reports.
  • Maintains applicable tools, equipment, and supplies.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Conservation Technician I
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

 

Office of Management and Budget, Department of Transportation, Department of State:  

  1. Coursework, training, and/or work experience in operating and maintaining motor vehicles, landscaping and groundskeeping equipment and hand tools.
  2. Coursework, training, and/or work experience in plant life, horticulture or arboriculture such as plant growth, pest or disease control, groundskeeping or landscaping.
  3. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).


JOB REQUIREMENTS for Conservation Technician II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:


Office of Management and Budget, Department of Transportation, Department of State:

  1. Six months' experience in operating and maintaining motor vehicles, landscaping and groundskeeping equipment and hand tools.
  2. Six months' experience in plant life, horticulture or arboriculture such as plant growth, pest or disease control, groundskeeping or landscaping.
  3. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). 


JOB REQUIREMENTS for Conservation Technician III
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

 

Office of Management and Budget, Department of Transportation, Department of State:

  1. Two years' experience in operating and maintaining motor vehicles, landscaping and groundskeeping equipment and hand tools.
  2. One year of experience in plant life, horticulture or arboriculture such as plant growth, pest or disease control, groundskeeping or landscaping.
  3. Six months' experience in inventory control which includes ordering, receiving, tracking, storing and handling inventory; disbursing materials, supplies and equipment.
  4. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.  You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. 

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