Natural Resource Technician – Applications Due Nov. 12, 2020
Thurston Conservation District seeks an experienced self-starter who is a dynamic, energetic, highly organized creative thinker with an interest in natural resources conservation and agricultural viability.
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Position Summary: This position is responsible for working with farmers, landowners, and residents in Thurston County to assist with planning and development of conservation plans for their properties and operations. The Natural Resource Technician assists community members with identifying and implementing a wide range of natural resource conservation practices using State Natural Resource Conservation Service of Washington conservation assessment tools. This position will also provide technical assistance to community members to facilitate implementation of cost share projects. A primary focus will be small farm planning and technical education. The Natural Resource Technician is responsible for aligning District and partner programs to benefit both the landowner/operator and the soil, water, air, plant, and animal natural resources present on the property. This position will work directly with a collaborative and professional technical team to identify, develop and implement projects that address natural resources and habitat concerns.
Minimum Qualifications: The successful applicant has a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (B. A. / B. S.) in
natural/environmental science, agriculture, agronomy, environmental planning, or closely related
technical/scientific/natural resources field –OR— 2) B.A. / B.S. from an accredited institution in combination with experience in natural resource management as described above. –OR— 3) An associate degree in natural resource management from an accredited institution in combination with 2 years direct experience in natural resource management as described above.
Applicant must also have a minimum of 1 year of professional natural resource management experience in ecology, botany, wetland science, upland or aquatic habitat restoration, or related work. Work experience can come from a government, corporate or other post-secondary training environment –OR– a combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position are welcome.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: $40,000 – $50,000 per year, DOQ The Thurston Conservation District observes twelve (12) paid holidays (including two personal holidays). Employees also accrue sick and vacation leave. The District offers medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for employees, with an option to cover 75% of spouse or dependent coverage. Additional voluntary supplemental insurance opportunities are also available. Participation in regular professional development opportunities are strongly encouraged and supported. Thurston CD employees participate in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Staff also has access to an additional voluntary retirement savings programs within the State of Washington’s Department of Retirement Systems – Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees, AFSCME Council 28. The current Collective Bargaining Agreement can be found here: https://www.thurstoncd.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Collective-Bargaining-Agreement.pdf
TO APPLY: Please submit: 1. Resume (no more than 2 pages) 2. Cover letter (1 page) 3. Three (3) professional references Be sure to describe your interest and unique qualifications for the position. Highlight the skills that you can offer to our entire conservation district team. Your cover letter is not to exceed two pages. Letters of recommendation may be included. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews may begin prior to the application deadline.
Thurston Conservation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please let us know if you need any accommodation to participate in the application process.
Send electronically (please no paper copies) to: job-applications@thurstoncd.com Please include: Natural Resource Technician – YOUR NAME in the subject line.