Seasonal Natural Resources Maintenance- Weed Inspector

Seasonal Natural Resources Maintenance- Weed Inspector Saint Louis Park, MN Job Details Temporary | Seasonal $16 - $18 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Plant identification Landscape maintenance Outdoor work Customer service Driver's License Driving Local ordinances Entry level Full Job Description About us The City of St. Louis Park is guided by our strategic priorities to ensure that all city programs are fair, objective and meet the needs of the community we serve. We are focused on hiring and retaining a highly competitive and skilled workforce that reflects a wide range of backgrounds and experiences while demonstrating a commitment to serving all residents with expertise and respect. Job Summary Assist with the vegetation code enforcement on private property, weed control and landscaping on city property, and other duties to achieve area maintenance goals of the natural resources division. This is a seasonal, full-time position working an average of 30+ hours per week from June - September. Duties and Responsibilities Implement entire private property vegetation maintenance program to comply with specifications of city, county, and state vegetation ordinances and statutes. Inspecting private property for noxious weeds, tall grass, and public right of way obstructions. Sending out notices for vegetation ordinance violations. Follow-up phone calls, property visits, and inspections of notices sent and correcting those. Working with contractors or city staff to abate vegetation nuisances. Initiate and evaluate land surveys and determine other land ownership using City and other resources. Perform extensive customer service. Assist with plant maintenance and weed control on public property as needed. Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Valid driver's license and the ability to drive a city vehicle. Customer service skills. Ability and desire to work outside in all weather conditions. Physical ability to perform all essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Desired Qualifications Demonstrated cultural competence and comfort with supporting the city's strategic objectives for advancing racial equity. Ability to identify common woody and herbaceous plants in the Twin Cities metro area. Knowledge of Minnesota noxious weed list. Experience with enforcement of city codes. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Applications and questions must be filled out completely for consideration. This position is not eligible for benefits.