Natural Resources Manager

$65,853 - $115,885/Yr

City Of Alexandria - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Alexandria, VA

501-1,000 employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Natural Resources Manager for the City of Alexandria is responsible for planning and implementing projects related to the documentation, protection, management, and restoration of natural resource areas. This role involves supervising contractors and volunteers, collaborating with city staff, and ensuring the effective management of the city's natural resources. The position operates under the general supervision of the Division Chief for Natural Resources and is integral to enhancing the resilience of urban areas to climate change impacts while providing quality customer experiences to citizens and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the overall management and administration of a designated City-owned natural resources section.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive Natural Resource Management Plan.
• Create interpretive plans for programs, special projects, publications, exhibits, and themes.
• Collaborate with City staff and supervise contractors and volunteers to carry out the resource management plan.
• Assess natural resources to determine needs and appropriate management practices.
• Develop, recommend, and monitor operating and capital budgets for approval.
• Provide quality customer experiences to citizens, staff, and other City collaborators.
• Utilize the CityWorks data management system to update and track Service Requests and Work Orders.
• Enhance the resilience of natural resources and urban areas to climate change impacts.
• Investigate and evaluate service requests regarding City Natural Resource issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in natural or biological sciences or a related field.
• Three years' experience in a related field or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Strong leadership and effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Expertise in natural resources, land management techniques, and environmental assessments.

Nice-to-haves

• Four-year college degree in ecology, horticulture, entomology, environmental science, or a related field.
• At least two years' experience overseeing natural resources programs.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options
• Employee discount programs