District Technician at Williams County Soil Conservation District
Williston, ND 58801
About the Job
Technician
Position: Full-Time
Includes: paid holidays, annual leave, sick leave, health, vision, life insurance, and retirement.
Qualifications: Associates or bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred in either Environmental Science, Biology, or any Ag related field. However, work experience will be considered. Must be able to pass a federal background check as well as have a valid driver’s license.
Position Requirements/Duties
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher, & PPT
- Good organizational, verbal, and written skills
- Experience in agriculture is a plus.
- Promote conservation practices through office and field contact with producer
- Assesses the need for conservation work within the District and recommends actions
- Maintains personal contacts with producers
- Knowledgeable on all established policies of conservation program guidelines, specs, and procedures for implementing programs
- Keeps abreast of all federal, state, and local laws that affect the conservation work within the district
- Assume responsibility and exercise own initiative in furthering education and district programs
- Prepares and presents/assists with conservation programs for schools, groups, field tours, and news articles
- Advise and assist NRCS personnel of landowners needing technical assistance
- Assist with gathering data needed for conservation plans
- Aid producers applying practices
- Operate district and NRCS equipment safely for authorized purposes only
- Become familiar with NRCS field office technical guide for conservation practice specifications
- Assist with conservation practice design, layout, installation, and associated paperwork with district services and rental program
- Displays courteous and tactful behavior towards internal and external customers, supervisors, co-workers, and/or team members. Projects a positive and professional image.
- Performs all duties in a timely manner which consistently demonstrates fairness, cooperation, respect towards coworkers, office visitors, and all others in the performance of official business.
- Perform other related duties as requested by the District Board and District Manager
- Willingness to learn and being a team player is a must!
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