Ponca City Development Authority

Economic development authority in Oklahoma

Land Management Specialist

Landscaping & Grounds MaintenancePosted on Nov 10

Full-timeKaw City, OK, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Ability to read maps, tape measures, and property descriptions is required.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds is required.
Ability to work around domesticated livestock is required.
Ability to set priorities, organize, and coordinate work efficiently is required.
Ability to work independently and creatively is required.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with other office workers is required.
Verbal and written communication skills are required.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
A valid driver's license and insurability are required.
New hires must submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Indian heritage verification is required to be considered for Indian preference.
Veteran verification is required to be considered for veteran preference.

Responsibilities

Assist with planting and harvesting.
Perform landscaping and weeding tasks.
Tend to animals.
Build and mend fencing.
Cut, rake, and tether hay.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and cleaning.
Learn to run and operate heavy equipment, as needed.
Assist with other general labor tasks as needed.
Coordinate with federal, state, and local governments on land management issues.
Maintain and develop forests, rangelands, and other natural sites for conservation or resource development.
Perform duties assigned by the Land Management Director.

Desired Qualifications

Mechanical inclination is preferred.

KAW NATION POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE:               Land Management Specialist

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:       Land Management Director

CONTROLLING SUPERVISOR:       Chair

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED. A demonstrated ability to read maps as well as tape measures and property descriptions. This individual must be able to physically lift at least 50lbs. Required to work around domesticated livestock. Must be able to set priorities, organize, coordinate work efficiently, and establish good personal relations with other office workers and work independently and creatively. Must be able to communicate well, both verbally and written format. Must be at least eighteen years of age, possess a valid driver license and be insurable. Mechanically inclined preferred.

OVERVIEW:
The land management officer is responsible for the Nations land inventory and classification program, land disposal program through sale, lease or exchange, and land acquisitions. Additional responsibilities involve coordination with federal, state and local governments on land management issues. Land Managers and workers, maintain and develop forests, rangelands and other natural sites for conservation or resource development

RESPONSIBILITIES AMD DUTIES:

1.   Other duties maybe assigned and required by the Land Management Director.

2.   Assist with planting and harvesting

3.   Perform landscaping and weeding tasks

4.   Tend to animals

5.   Build and mend fencing

6.   Cut, rake, and tether hay

7.   Perform basic equipment maintenance and cleaning

8.      Ability and/or willingness to learn how to run and operate heavy equipment.

9.   Assist with other general labor tasks as needed

Indian Preference considered with verification of Indian Heritage
Veteran Preference considered with verification

All new hires will be required by the Kaw Nation to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Failure to pass the pre-employment drug screen or background check will lead to withdrawal of the job offer or termination of employment.

About the Company

Ponca City Development Authority

Economic development authority in Oklahoma

Ponca City Development Authority supports business expansion and economic growth in Ponca City, Oklahoma, through incentives, local employer assistance, and workforce development. Its Ponca Works program connects businesses with job seekers and schools through internships, career preparation, job fairs, and a regional jobs board. The authority also runs City Central, a downtown building with private offices, coworking space, and meeting facilities. Public tax dollars fund its business incentives, which require approval from its board of trustees and ongoing compliance by recipients. Established as a public trust in 2003, the authority is headquartered in Ponca City.

Company size: 1-10
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Ponca City, OK
Founded: 2003

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