What are the responsibilities and job description for the Soil Conservation District - District Manager position at Gloucester Co Soil Conservation District?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for employee oversight, financial oversight and compliance with Chapter 251, the New Jersey Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act.
Salary commensurate with experience
Position eligible for New Jersey Public Employees Retirement System and New Jersey State Health Benefits
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reviews and certifies soil erosion and sediment control plans and reviews and authorizes Stormwater Discharge Permits
- Inspects construction sites to assure erosion control measures are being carried out as specified on the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Plans
- Interprets plans and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with the State Standards for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control
- Determines soil, water and related natural resource conservation needs and develops suitable programs of work to service such needs for the District.
- Prepares annual plan of work and operating budget and provides for the execution of same.
- Performs general administrative duties including but not limited to management and supervision of District Staff, office equipment, vehicles and financial records.
- Represents the Gloucester Soil Conservation District on programs and committees and in activities of other environmental agencies and related organizations at the District level.
- Attends and participates in meetings and conferences pertaining to natural resource conservation.
- Provides training for all District employees: including but not limited to field inspection methods and techniques and review & interpretation of soil erosion plans and stormwater calculations
- Consults and corresponds with engineers, contractors, concerned citizens, regional and municipal officials on various aspects of review and implementation
- Completes reports to document status of projects, time expenditure, and compliance with Chapter 251
- Uses references and terminology relevant to erosion control, soil and water conservation and management
- Assists other field personnel with more complex enforcement efforts
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages and supervises all District employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the district’s policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance.
KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES
- General knowledge of and familiarity with all concepts of soil erosion and sediment control and soil and water conservation
- General knowledge of construction techniques
- Familiarity with construction details, conservation practices, aerial photographs and topographic maps
- Familiarity with basic computer operations and proficiency with programs including: Word, Access, Excel and QuickBooks. Practical application of GIS.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in agriculture, engineering, environmental science, or related field from a four year college or university.
Work Experience: Individual must have experience in inspection/review of soil erosion and sediment control plans that conform to NJ Standards
General: Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000