Job Type: Permanent
Salary Details: $18.66/hour for first year, then pay raise
Deadline: Sep 24, 2021
Required Experience: 0 – 1 years

See full details at https://www.conservationjobboard.com/job-listing-surveying-aide-edwardsville-illinois/1248626064

• Must be able to work with other staff and the general public in a professional and courteous manner
• Work is primarily indoors but significant fieldwork will also be expected
• Work with local landowners to apply and maintain conservation
• Will compute & plot engineering notes, prepare field sketches and drawings
• Will provide technical support to the conservation planners
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions and walk long distance on uneven terrain
• Ability to lift 50 or more in order to move tools, supplies and equipment
• Must have a valid driver’s license with proof of insurance
• Must be able to pass a federal background check, as required by USDA

The position will require travel around and to three counties. The individual must be a fast learner as they will be asked to learn about and sell conservation practices: this includes organizing meetings, grant writing, and engaging in the survey/design and layout of those practices. A variety of conservation related duties will be expected to be performed. Local travel will also be required for training and meetings.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume to:  Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District

                                      7205 Marine Road, Edwardsville, IL 62025

                                      or email to:  Mary.Hess@il.nacdnet.net