Environmental Specialist II

Job description

Department: Parks Recreation and Natural Resources Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. Do you have a love for Florida's natural areas and enjoy working outdoors with a motivated and dedicated team? The Natural Areas and Trails division of PRNR is currently recruiting for an Environmental Specialist II who can support land managers with assistance in the development, implementation, and coordination of land management projects and activities, including exotic plant treatment and prescribed fire. In this role, you will also monitor habitat conditions and assist with the coordination of maintenance for public use infrastructure. We are looking for a self-motivated, organized person with good communication skills. Apply today and know that your role benefits both the environment and Sarasota County overall. About the Position In this role, you will... Participate in coordinating activities necessary to properly manage County-owned natural lands and support public use. Document, monitor, and treat exotic plant occurrences on natural area lands. Develop contract specifications and perform contractor oversight for land management activities. Assist in the collection, analysis, and evaluatio...