Resource Conservation Technician

Position Summary:

The Resource Conservation Technician’s primary purpose is to assist Conservation Coordinators and Planners in the implementation of conservation practices. The majority of this work focuses on riparian buffer restoration projects and installing in-stream bio-engineered structures. Serves as an integral member of a team of conservation professionals working primarily in the field. The position is primarily in the field and will work on completing field work (planting, controlling weeds, installing in-stream structures, mowing, and watering) and assist other staff in carrying out miscellaneous grant or contract- related tasks as part of the Palouse Conservation District’s annual plan of work. This position is a member of the District’s team of natural resource conservation professionals working together to enhance and protect natural resources within the District.

Required Qualifications:

• Technical Degree (AS/AA) in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences or closely related field. Qualifying experience may substitute year-for-year for the education requirement.
• Six (6) months of previous experience working as a field crew member.
• Physically able to perform field activities for extended periods of time.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organization skills.
• Experience in operation and maintenance of field tools (i.e. chain saws, brush cutters, power tools).
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• Washington Herbicide Applicators license, or ability to obtain within the first month of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences or a related field.
• Experience with Arc GIS and other mapping software.
• Experience with data collection and management.
• Experience planting native trees and shrubs.
• Experience mechanically or chemically controlling invasive weeds.

Please be prepared to submit a letter of interest a resume and three (3) professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and should apply if the announcement is still posted. Applications that do not include both a letter of interest and a resume will not be considered. Palouse Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer.

Palouse Conservation District offers benefits for regular and project employees that include:

• Medical/dental/vision, basic life and long-term disability insurance through the Washington State Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB)

o 100% of the premium cost for the employee is covered by PCD
o 35% of the premium cost for spouse and dependents is covered by PCD

• Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)

o Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
o Optional participation in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP)

• Annual Life Flight Membership that covers employee and dependents
• Medical Flexible Spending and Pre-Tax Dependent Care Assistance Programs
• 12 days paid annual and sick leave per year
• 12 paid holidays (including one floating, personal holiday)
• WSU Tuition Waiver that covers up to 6 credits per fall/spring semester

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.03 - $27.57 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $28