Seed Collection Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

This is a contractual, position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Forest Service. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. Future vacancies may also be filled via other recruitments. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nTwo (2) Long-Term Contractual Vacancies; Full-time; 12 Month Contractwith possibility of renewal\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

13\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

These positions will serve a multi-county territory in Southern Maryland, including Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George's, and St. Mary's counties. Work location will vary based on assigned territory and program needs.\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position implements the Maryland Forest Service tree planting program, including the 5 Million Trees initiative established by the Tree Solutions Now Act of 2021. Working under general supervision, the position independently coordinates outreach, site development, planting plans, procurement, contractors, volunteers, post-planting maintenance, monitoring, and program records for tree planting projects on public and private lands. The position develops partnerships and secures eligible planting sites, ensures required landowner commitments and project documentation are completed, and helps translate statewide tree planting goals into completed and maintained projects. The position also supports seed collection for the State Tree Nursery and GIS-based targeting and reporting. This work directly supports the Forest Service mission to restore, manage, and protect Maryland's trees, forests, and forested ecosystems and to connect people with the land.

POSITION DUTIES

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Maryland Forest Service, is currently accepting applications for two (2) Tree Planting Specialists to support the implementation of the 5 Million Trees Initiative, a 10-year program established by the 2021 Tree Solutions Now Act. Positions will perform outreach to community groups and landowners, provide technical assistance to accomplish tree planting projects, complete site inventories and reporting tasks, and support the continued care and management of newly established trees and forests. Work may include tree seed collection with volunteers or staff. Projects will be on public and private land, and cover urban and rural settings. Particular focus will be placed on overburdened and underserved communities where the establishment of trees can lead to a wide range of public health and environmental benefits. The positions will be part of a diverse, statewide team and will report to field offices with regional forestry staff (locations in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George's, and St. Mary's counties).\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. \r\nExperience:One year of administrative staff or professional work. \r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute 30college credit hours from an accredited college or university forthe required experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that includedregular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the requiredexperience. \r\n

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

6 months of experience with tree propagation, planting, and/or maintenance; paid or volunteer\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n Experience working for a professional forestry, silviculture, or arboriculture company\r\n Experience coordinating with nonprofits and/or local government, including managing volunteers\r\n Experience with databases and spreadsheets\r\n Knowledge of plant identification, including non-native invasive species and their control\r\n Skills in use of GIS systems\r\n Experience with outreach or marketing\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not accept information submitted after this date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all education and experience related to the essential functions and qualifications of this position.\r\n\r\n\r\nFor education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.\r\n

BENEFITS

\r\nContractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.\r\nLeave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.\r\n\r\n\r\n*Should benefits be available, this information will be discussed at the time of hire\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3, Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.\r\n\r\n\r\nFaxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account, need to make adjustments to a submitted application or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPlease provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline, it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions, as a result of technical difficulties, will be accepted.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you need to make adjustments to a submitted application or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact Adriana Parravano at Adriana.Parravano@maryland.gov.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSupplemental materials and/or edits to your application will not be accepted once the announcement deadline has passed. Candidates will only be able to submit an application once, so it is extremely important that you are following the application instructions.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n\r\n\r\n