Restoration & Monitoring Program Technician

Description

The Restoration & Monitoring Technician supports the implementation and monitoring of habitat restoration and weed removal projects. 

Essential Duties:

• Perform on the ground restoration activities, including planting and weed removal.
• Safely operate tools and equipment, including mowers, brush cutters, chainsaws, and other equipment as assigned.
• Safely operate Tribal vehicles to and from work sites. 
• Safely handle and apply herbicides in accordance with applicable regulations and Tribal policies.
• Monitor and maintain active and completed planting and weed removal projects. 
• Assist with vegetation, water quality, and other scientific monitoring activities.
• Assist with organizing and implementing volunteer events, including occasional weekend events.
• Maintain regular email communication with managers and team members..

Additional Duties:

• Participation in staff meetings and occasional trainings, conferences, or events.
• The Tribe values its commitment to community service and the well-being of its members. In recognition of this, each employee may be expected to perform duties from time to time which may not be related to their regular responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• Must be proficient with general office equipment and basic computer programs, including Microsoft.
• Outlook, Word, and Excel. Managing email correspondence at least once per workday is expected.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in various weather conditions and rough terrain.
• Experience safely operating mowers and power tools.
• Ability to safely operate Tribal vehicles.
• Ability and willingness to safely handle and apply herbicides in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Ability to identify common native plants and noxious weeds.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and supervisors.
• Ability to follow directions, complete tasks in a timely manner, and maintain accountability.

Education & Experience:

Education Required: 

• High School Diploma or equivalency. 

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Habitat Restoration, noxious weed management, environmental research, land management or a related field is required. Experience in agriculture or landscaping may be considered as a substitute on an individual basis.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting small engines and power tools preferred.
• Experience collecting and managing scientific data preferred.
• Coursework involving ecology or natural resource management preferred.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Current pesticide applicator’s license preferred

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a thorough pre-employment background investigation. 
• Must agree to be subject to the Tribe's Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing Policy to include pre-employment screening.

Tribal Preference

The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe follows the Tribal Hiring Preference as outlined in tribal policies, including the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO). TERO sets forth certain hiring preferences for qualified individuals who are enrolled in a federally recognized Indian tribe, as well as, in some cases, preference for certain family members of those individuals.

Additional Information:

• Compensation will be determined based on experience and starts at $27.21 per hour 
• This position is a full-time position and employment is at will.  

Benefits: 

• First of the month following date of hire - competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits for all regular full-time employees.           
• After 90 days - 401k retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%. 
• Paid Holidays - Up to 18 paid holidays are offered every calendar year, which includes the workdays between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. 
• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue 12+ days sick and vacation leave respectively. Increases based on years of service. 

Additional Perks: 

• Additional time off opportunities available including bereavement, military, parental and jury duty. 
• Childcare subsidy for children enrolled full-time in the Snoqualmie Tribe Child Development Center. 
• Employee discounts at Snoqualmie Casino (tickets/events, gift shop and restaurants), Salish Lodge & Spa (rooms, spa & dining) and Crescent Market (gas discount card).
• Third party perks include movie tickets, theme parks, shows and attractions & more.  
• Employee assistance plans.