Cleveland Metroparks is seeking applicants to work on the Natural Resources Management Crew and assist with a variety of natural resources management projects. Projects may include invasive plant removal and herbicide application, native plant installation, storm water project maintenance, leading volunteer projects, and wildlife management. This position reports to the Natural Resources Area... Manager at the Strongsville Management Center, but will work at sites throughout Cleveland Metroparks. 

Essential Functions


- Assisting with projects such as:

- Invasive plant removal and herbicide application

- Native plant installation

- Storm water project maintenance

- Leading volunteer projects

- Wildlife management





- Regular and predictable attendance is expected and required.

- Performs data entry and verification and assists in the development of reports and maps related to natural resource management or resource projects and activities as directed. Safely and competently operates and maintains equipment including but not limited to forestry measurement tools, portable data collectors and related equipment.



Qualifications
Education and Experience

Must have completed two years of college courses with relevant course work and/or educational experience in natural resources, natural sciences, i.e., biology, geology, hydrology, etc., forestry, wildlife management, environmental science or related fields. At least six months of field experience, research experience, or other directly relevant job experience.

Credentials, Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license under the laws of the State of Ohio.

Other Qualifications


- Knowledge and practical outdoor work experience including plant, insect, mammal, or bird identification skills, farming, forestry, hydrology, aquatic ecology, civil engineering, GIS or a strong desire and aptitude to develop these skills. For research related positions, knowledge and experience in research methods is desirable.

- Comfortable with hand and power tools.

- Ability to read maps, follow written directions, and navigate through forest or wetland areas.

- Experience in computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and/or GIS and GPS and associated hardware is preferred.

- Ability to walk up to 5 miles daily through challenging terrain including heavy vegetation, wetlands, and steep slopes.

- Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds.

- Ability to work outdoors and tolerate the climate and conditions of natural areas typical of northeast Ohio (including heat, humidity, poison ivy, and biting/stinging insects).

- Ability to work in adverse conditions including rain, high or low temperatures, high humidity, insects, and difficult terrain.

- Energy and enthusiasm for field work.

- Experience and knowledge of natural resource conservation practices and procedures preferred

- Responsible attitude and work ethic.

- Positive disposition and ability to work well with a diverse team.

- Communicates well and continually updates co-workers and supervisor of progress and problems.

- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders, including employees and the general public.

- Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely and persuasively with ability to communicate one-on-one or in group settings.

- Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and organization.

- Ability to perform with independence and initiative.



Work Schedule: Typically a Monday-Friday schedule, with occasional evenings and weekends as scheduled in advance. Work schedule is weather-dependent and will be 30-40 hours per week.

Application Deadline: October 27, 2025
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