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Title: Resource Management Crew Coordinator

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: Internal - minimum 5 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Additional Schedule Details:

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - 42

Retirement:   KTRS 

Contact Person: David Brown (david.brown@eku.edu)

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Eastern Kentucky University Division of Natural Areas invites applications for a full-time Resource Management Crew Coordinator.

The Coordinator will develop a trained workforce in resource management to assist state, federal, and non-governmental agencies and by recruiting and training EKU students. The position is part of a larger project funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Federation. The Resource Management Crew Coordinator will work closely with supervisors to ensure smooth implementation of student crews for resource management on EKU properties and on agency land, primarily owned by the Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves, Kentucky Natural Lands Trust, and the US Forest Service.

Responsibilities include organizing, directing, and conducting field operations; organizing, promoting, and running training workshops; as well as performing maintenance of tools and equipment. The Coordinator will also assist in information management, report writing, and other clerical needs of the grant.

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to resource management from an accredited institution is required. Master’s degree in a discipline related to resource management is preferred. One year of experience with land management is required. Experience leading resource crews preferred. Certifications in pesticide application, wildland or prescribed fire, and chainsaw use are required, but may be obtained after time of hire.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to resource management from an accredited institution is required. Master’s degree in a discipline related to resource management is preferred.

Experience: One year of experience with land management required. Experience leading resource crews preferred.

Licensure & Certifications: Certifications in pesticide application, wildland or prescribed fire, and chainsaw use are required and may be obtained after time of hire. Valid driver's license with satisfactory record is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Job Duties:

• 50% - Coordinates the recruitment, training, and placement of students as part of resource management crews. - (Essential)
• 25% - Directs field-based activities of resource management crews. - (Essential)
• 15% - Maintains equipment/tool inventory and condition. - (Essential)
• 5% - Serves as liaison between EKU and state, federal, and non-governmental resource management agencies. - (Essential)
• 5% - Supports Center functions by completing all other duties and special projects as assigned. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: {GenericListType_sponsorship}

Funding Source: Grant

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions:

AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.