Conservation Technician V - Waterway Maintenance Supervisor

Introduction
The DNREC Shoreline and Waterway Management Section works to maintain and improve Delaware's beaches, shorelines and waterways.
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Summary Statement
Shoreline and Waterway Management Section performs maintenance such as dredging, macro algae harvesting, channel marking, and removal of hazards to navigation. This requires the transport of material and equipment with trucks and trailers, operation of heavy equipment including but not limited to: skid steers, front end loaders, quad track dozers, and marine vessels. CDL driving, basic mechanic, carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills required. This is a supervisory position with 2 subordinate employees for the Waterway Maintenance group. Additional duties may require lending assistance to other crews working on shoreline replenishment, sand bypass operations, or other work as required. Applicants are required to work on boats and around water.
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, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
Applies conservation and preservation principles and practices in support of the management of the state's natural resources which includes such activities as propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting and care of trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns and crops to include turf/grounds management, pest management, herbicide/fertilizer application, layout and design, assessment of soil composition and environmental conditions.
Performs maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, grounds maintenance and assists higher level personnel on large scale projects.
Operates marine, land-based and construction equipment and vehicles.
Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment/vehicles.
Provides information to the public as requested or responds to inquiries regarding agency initiatives/programs.
Ensures the safe usage of state owned, managed, and/or maintained grounds and facilities by the public.
Completes standard forms/applications; maintains records and reports detailing daily activity, tool and equipment inventory, fuel and service logs and related activities.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS forConservation Technician V
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control: Field Operations:
Three years experience in operating hand power tools and land-based and/or marine-based construction equipment used for grading, excavating, pumping, or dredging.
Three years experience in routine maintenance of land and marine construction equipment, light trucks and vessels.
Three years experience inwaterway management operationssuch as macro-algae harvesting, navigational channel marking and/orabandon vessel/derelict structure removal.
Three years experience in site construction standards and methods to support land and marine activities.
Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.
Knowledge of construction detail preparations used in project plan development.
Possession of a valid CDL Class A OR B Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Additional Posting Information
The State of Delaware recognizes the value oftelework and flexible working schedules.This position is eligible for Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware's Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.
This posting may be closed on or before (12/07/2023) upon filling the vacant position(s).
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
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 ourjob seeker resources.
Functional Capability Evaluation: Upon a conditional offer, you must take a Functional Capability Evaluation to assess your strength and agility to meet the physical requirements of the position.
All applicants must read the detailed physical requirements for this position which is located athttps://statejobs.delaware.gov/explore/fce.shtmland the file is Conservation Tech I-V - DNREC - Division of Watershed Stewardship.
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website athttps://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 atStateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.
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.