Tree Nursery Aide (Interim) - State of Kentucky : Job Details

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12/16/2024 (7:00 PM EST)

24-07484

Tree Nursery Aide (Interim)

Pay Grade 10

Salary

$15.94 - $22.04 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | LESS THAN 9 MONTHS MAXIMUM | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources

Location

326 Tree Nursery Rd

West Liberty, KY 41472 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth's natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

This is an Interim position. An Interim position means a position established to address a one-time or recurring need of less than nine (9) months duration and exempt from the classified service under KRS 18A.115.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page and our Careers page

By joining the Division of Forestry, Forest Management Branch, Nursery Section as an Interim Tree Nursery Aide in Morgan County, you will have the opportunity to provide support in nursery operations and assist in ensuring the integrity and consistency of the nursery's tree seedlings.

Holders of the Tree Nursery Aide Interim position will complete tasks such as:

* Assisting nursery personnel with the daily monitoring of nursery conditions, activities, and performance

* Preparing beds for seeding, and covering beds with mulch

* Collecting, extracting, and processing various types of seed

* Maintaining beds, keeping them weeded, irrigated, and fertilized to promote seedling growth

* Lifting, packing, and shipping bare root tree seedlings

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

* Ability to work independently

* Strong communication skills

* Effective organization and documentation skills

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One year of agriculture, horticulture, tree care, or farm operations experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education or training in agriculture, horticulture, tree care, forestry, or farm operations will substitute for the experience on a year for year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a tree nursery setting.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Joanna Phillips at [email protected] or 270-###-####.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D