Job Type: Temporary
Salary Details: $4,000/month
Deadline: Jul 16, 2021
Required Experience: 0 – 1 years

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The Butte Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is seeking applicants for a technician/ conservation planner position. This position is funded through a grant from the National Association of Resource Districts and the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) to provide technical assistance to the USDA-NRCS Service Center in Arco, Idaho.

The applicant will work with NRCS staff to conduct surveys, create conservation plans, and produce engineering designs for agricultural producers. Preferably, the applicant needs to have a degree in natural resources, soil science, agronomy or related field and be familiar with Microsoft Office and ArcMap. Applicant will need to be able to operate 4- wheel drive vehicles and UTVs, pull/back a trailer, and have excellent customer service skills. A large portion of this position will involve work
inside the office creating conservation plans under the supervision of NRCS staff. The applicant will attend NRCS trainings and will need to obtain security clearance to operate NRCS computers. The applicant will also be involved in Butte SWCD activities, including adult/youth educational
activities.

This is a full-time, 12-month, position with the potential for extension. The grant award allows for a salary of $4,000/month.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and a resume with at least two professional references to Randy Purser at rpurser@atcnet.net by July 16th, 2021 to be considered for this position. To learn more about the Butte SWCD, visit www.butteswcd.org.