It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder! Application Deadline: November 17, 2026 Compensation Details: Full Pay Range 22.98 - 33.32 Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a full-time hourly position. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility Group: Seasonal Max Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job. Job Description Summary: Under direct supervision, safely and effectively executes agricultural land restoration program objectives as well as department wide plans that support all chartered land uses and open space purposes. As part of a team, this role helps conduct tasks to rehabilitate degraded agricultural land for the purpose of improving agricultural production; ecologically restoring historic agricultural land using nature-based solutions to help ecosystems adapt to and withstand climate change and to bring function back to our scarred ecosystems; help maintain Open Space and Mountain Parks’ (OSMP) agricultural infrastructure to aid in the success of OSMP’s agricultural tenants. Job Description: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Engages in agricultural and natural land management and restoration techniques Conducts noxious and invasive plant species management, including herbicide applications. Conducts prairie dog removal (on irrigated agricultural lands only) using Pressurized Exhaust Rodent Control (PERC) machines. Installs and maintains agricultural fences, gates, and culverts. Maintains/constructs/runs flood irrigation ditches. Conducts invasive tree removal using chainsaws and herbicide applications (cut-stump applications). Collects and sows native seed; installs and waters native plants on restoration sites. Ensures safe and effective operation of power tools such as weed whips, power augers, PERC machines, and chainsaws. Operates pickup trucks and pull trailers on and off road safely. Conducts other agricultural and natural land rehabilitation tasks as required. Communicates daily with the team leaders on daily and weekly work plans and project status updates. Understands and comply with all policies, including safety best practices. Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Ability to work effectively as a member of formal and informal team; understanding the interests and concerns of others and able and willing to share and receive information. Ability that can be demonstrated to conduct physical outdoor activity for 8-10 hours a day in all weather conditions. Ability to identify what needs to be done and do it before being asked or before the situation requires it. Completes work in a timely and consistent manner. Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with the public and coworkers, with excellent customer service skills. Must successfully pass a background check before first day of work and maintain acceptable screening. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Ability that can be demonstrated in building and maintaining agricultural fences, managing noxious weed species using mechanical and chemical methods, and operating and maintaining power tools such as chainsaws, power augers, and weed whips. Experience identifying native and non-native plant species in an agricultural or natural lands setting. MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or equivalent One (1) year of related experience Must hold and maintain a valid drivers' license. SUPERVISION Supervision Received: Agricultural Land Restoration Supervisor Supervision Exercised: None WORKING CONDTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Physical and mental effort: Ability to hike and/or conduct physical outdoor work up to 10 hours per day. Ability to lift and/or carry up to 80 pounds while hiking over rough terrain. Ability to communicate with staff professionally and effectively, agency partners, neighbors, and members of the public. Working environment: Ability to work under stress from demanding, and often rapidly changing priorities. May have exposure to hazardous field conditions, dangerous wildlife, and dangerous weather conditions. Machines and equipment used: Chainsaws, weed whips, PERC machines, backpack sprayers, and other hand tools. As part of the City of Boulder’s commitment to a future with equitable access to health, prosperity, and fulfillment that is not limited by a person’s race, ethnicity, age, gender, ability, religion, sexuality, or socioeconomic status, it is the city’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all individuals. The city does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or policy. Add your voice and talents to the City of Boulder and help us grow in service excellence for an inspired future. Through our focus on Racial Equity, our employee benefits, and the programs and resources available to our diverse staff, we work to intentionally embed our core values into the fabric of our organization. The city recognizes that careers are shaped through many pathways, and we value the perspectives and talents that come with them. We believe that diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We welcome candidates with a wide range of lived experiences and professional backgrounds — including those historically excluded or underrepresented in government. We especially encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others whose voices haven’t always been heard in public service. Our commitment to equity also extends to the planet we share. We’re working toward a sustainable, thriving community that supports clean energy, protects ecosystems, and uses resources responsibly for generations to come.

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