Conservation Science Seasonal Biological Trails Technician

Conservation Science Seasonal Biological Trails Technician

Salary

$31.55 - $38.37 Hourly

Location

San Rafael, CA

Job Type

Full Time, Temporary

Job Number

1182-TC-26-11T

Department

Marin County Parks

Opening Date

11/02/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Vacancies

1

Weekly Schedule

37.5

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The County of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and adults of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply.

Individuals with Disabilities

If you are a person with a disability and are unable to complete an online application or require an accommodation to participate in a recruitment, you must contact Human Resources at least five work days in advance of the testing step or interview. Please contact the Human Resources Staffing Division at (415) 473-2126 (CRS DIAL 711) .

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ABOUT US

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

Marin County Parks manages 40 public parks and pathways, and 18,500 acres of open space. These public lands, which include McNears Beach, Paradise Beach, Roy's Redwoods, Bolinas Lagoon, Mount Burdell, and Ring Mountain, reflect the rich variety of ecosystems in coastal northern California.

As a department of the County of Marin, our mission is to educate, inspire, and engage the people of Marin in the shared commitment of preserving, protecting, and enriching the natural beauty of Marin's parks and open spaces, and providing recreational opportunities for the enjoyment of all generations.

Marin County Parks promotes a collaborative and supportive team-oriented work culture based on a shared mission, personal integrity, and positive attitude.

As the stewards of their public lands, we are committed to ongoing engagement and relationship-building with the people and communities we serve. Parks' priorities are guided by this community dialogue.

These include:

• Park facilities maintenance and improvements
• Open space road and trail management and improvements
• Vegetation management for wildfire risk reduction and ecosystem health, in partnership with regional fire departments, the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority, and natural resource scientists
• Climate change and sea-level rise resilience
• Equity

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are currently have one (1) Conservation Science Seasonal Biological Trails Technician opportunity with Marin County Parks for the 2027 Season.

The Conservation Science program is now recruiting for a Seasonal Trails Technician for the 2027 Season. We are looking for someone who would enjoy working to promote sustainable trail access and restore fragmented habitats in Open Space. The Trail Technician's duties will be distributed as follows:

50% Trail Monitoring, Inventories, Impact Assessments, Habitat Restoration: Work independently to inventory and monitor previously decommissioned, unsanctioned trails. Develop, organize and lead habitat restoration efforts on unsanctioned trails.

25% Trail Planning, Maintenance and Construction: Work with the Senior Natural Resources Planner and the Open Space District Trail Crew to provide as needed support on trail planning, construction, and maintenance projects.

25% Permit Compliance Monitoring and Reporting and Other: Monitor mitigation sites and prepare compliance monitoring reports for mitigation projects.

The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include:

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Coordinate with Open Space Ranger staff
• Coordinate and lead crews to implement trail closure strategies
• Coordinate and lead crews in basic trail maintenance
• Habitat restoration planning and implementation

MONITORING & COMPLIANCE

• Permit compliance monitoring and reporting
• Monitor trail closure effectiveness

Other general tasks for our Conservation Science field staff may include: treating invasive plants, monitoring and collecting plant and wildlife population data, mapping and recording work completed using a GPS/GIS, data entry/data processing, writing monitoring protocols and summary reports, maintaining tools and equipment, general park maintenance and other tasks as needed. Working occasional Saturdays and Sundays may be required and 4WD experience or a willingness to learn.

ABOUT YOU

Successful candidates will possess experience working independently and leading projects and teams in outdoor settings on challenging terrain. Candidates will have experience working with trail maintenance/management and have a background in the local flora, fauna and habitat restoration concepts to the Bay Area. The ideal candidate will have experience with 4-wheel drive vehicle operations, power and hand tool use, digital mapping and data collection techniques, ArcGIS, trail design concepts, and the ability to communicate effectively as a member of a team and as a team leader.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Depending on assignment:

• Principles and practices of natural resources management, including weed management, habitat restoration, and wildlife monitoring.
• Local flora and fauna; historical and geological resources and methods; techniques of wildland resources protection and restoration; and Marin County Parks lands and boundaries.
• The operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools and light equipment.
• Use, handling, application of and safety equipment for use with herbicides.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment, and basic computer applications.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to:

Depending on assignment:

• Read, interpret and apply technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and schematics.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer, GPS equipment and GIS software, and cloud-based databases.
• Conduct field surveys in remote locations.
• Safely and effectively use and operate a variety of hand and power tools and specialized motorized equipment as required for the work.
• Establish and maintain positive cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including the general public, with a focus on quality service to internal staff and community stakeholders.
• Use sound independent judgement when interpreting and applying the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and materials related to work.
• Train and inspect the work of others and maintain established quality control standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Six months of experience in biological monitoring, wildlife surveying, habitat assessments, nursery operations, vegetation mapping and management, or trail management. Completion of 12 semester units or 18 quarter units of training and/or education in environmental science, forest/wildlife ecology, or biological science may be substituted for the experience outlined above.

Certificates and Licenses

Possession of a valid Class C California Drivers License and a satisfactory driving history as obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles is required at time of appointment.

Depending upon assignment, may be required to obtain a Pest Control Applicator Certificate during appointment.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact at Dario.aguilar@marincounty.gov

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.

LiveScan: Candidates selected may be subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriffs Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.

Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

Open & Continuous Recruitment:

This recruitment is Open and Continuous. Applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may be closed at any time.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.

COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL

Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin Countys Benefits Homepage.

Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

Health Plan: Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

Retirement: Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

IRS 457 Plan: Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical: The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.

For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

• IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

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1. The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Additionally, the information provided may be considered in determining whether you will advance in the recruitment process. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Applicants providing false or misleading information may be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Experience listed below must also be described in the Work Experience section of your application. Incomplete responses or answering, "See Resume" or "See Application" may automatically disqualify your application from further consideration. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have six (6) months of experience in trail planning, trail construction, trail mapping, trail management, habitat restoration, GPS use, GIS software use, and permit compliance monitoring?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to Question 2, please describe your six (6) months of experience in trail planning, trail construction, trail mapping, trail management, habitat restoration, GPS use, GIS software use, and permit compliance monitoring. Your response must include: • The name(s) of your employer(s) • Job title and type of position held (extra-hire, relief, paid call, or volunteer, etc.) • Dates of employment and number of hours worked per week • Specific tasks performed If you answered "No" to Question 1, please type "N/A" in the space below.

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Have you completed 12 semester units or 18 quarter units of training and/or education in environmental science, forest/wildlife ecology, biological sciences, physical sciences, or recreation management?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to Question 4, please list your training and/or education in environmental science, forest/wildlife ecology, biological sciences, physical sciences, or recreation management. Your response must include: • The name(s) of the course(s) • Number of semester/quarter units • The college or university where the courses were taken If you have not completed college level coursework in environmental science, environmental science, forest/wildlife ecology, biological sciences, physical sciences, or recreation management, please type "N/A" in the space below.

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Do you possess a valid California Class C driver's license OR are you able to obtain a California Class C driver's license at the time of appointment? (California DMV information)

• Yes
• No

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Are you: • Able to work Monday-Thursday or Monday-Friday, depending on the season, starting at 6:30 am and a 37.5-hour work week and have the ability to adjust days or times worked to occasionally be involved in a night or weekend event? • Willing to obtain and wear during work hours a required uniform and honorably represent the organization while in uniform? (Note: Logo patches, hats, and jackets will be provided on loan; used pants and shirts that meet uniform specifications may be available or can be purchased; close-toed work shoes/boots are required) • Able to hike long distances carrying up to 40 lbs. of weight on uneven terrain? You must answer "Yes" to continue being considered for this recruitment

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience in trail planning, trail assessment, trail construction, trail management, trail maintenance and trail monitoring.

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Please describe previous examples of how you have successfully worked independently to accomplish assigned goals.

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Please describe your experience in habitat restoration, trail rehabilitation, and trail decommissioning on public lands.

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This position will utilize digital mapping technology to plan, execute, and record work tasks. Please select the mapping software and hardware that you have a high degree of experience using. You may be required to demonstrate your proficiency during the interview process.

• ArcGIS
• ArcGIS Fieldmaps (phone application)
• QGIS
• Google Earth
• Calflora Weed Manager (desktop application)
• Calflora Observer Pro (phone application)
• Avenza Maps
• iNaturalist

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Employer County of Marin

Address 3501 Civic Center Drive

Room 124

San Rafael, California, 94903

Phone 415 473-2126

Website https://www.hr.marincounty.gov/our-divisions/join-our-team