Job Details

Essential Functions
• Review and accept timber harvest plans.
• Investigate agriculture pollution complaints and assist with complaint resolution.
• Manage cover crop cost share program.
• Assist NRCS with contract check out tasks.
• Provide technical assistance to customers related to conservation BMPs.
• Manage agriculture equipment rental program, including maintenance of rental equipment.
• Manage vehicle fleet.
• Participate in and earn certification professional development related to agriculture conservation including but not limited to the Ohio Department of Agriculture Technical Development Program (TDP) 1 and TDP 2.

The Agricultural Conservation Technician coordinates and provides assistance for agriculture conservation practices under NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) guidelines. Possessing and maintaining a working knowledge of current local, state and federal policies and best practices is critical to the role.

General Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited college with an Associate’s Degree (preferably in agriculture, natural resources management, environmental science or related field); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to perform a combination of technical office (75%) and outdoor field work (25%).
• Ability to interact with and provide excellent customer service.
• Understanding of natural resource management principles.
• Familiarity with agricultural and urban development Best Management Practices.
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain in an outdoor environment.
• Ability to carry and transport resource materials and equipment.
• Demonstration of computer literacy
• Excellent communication, including written and verbal skills.
• Proof of valid Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable.
• Ability to pass a Licking County pre-employment drug screening and Federal background security check.
• Understand and adhere to the Licking County Soil and Water Conservation District policy manual

Application Procedure:
? Submit cover letter, resume and three references to the Licking County Soil & Water Conservation District, 771 East Main Street, Suite 100, Newark, OH 43055 or [email protected].
? Deadline – 4:00 pm, Monday, April 16, 2018.
? Candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, marital status, or other factors.