Agricultural Technician Postion

The Columbiana County Soil and Water Conservation District is accepting resumes for their Agricultural Technician position. This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary will be based on experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applicants must have at minimum a two-year degree in Natural Resources/Science or Agriculture.
• Provide technical assistance to producers, landowners, stakeholders addressing agricultural resource concerns by conducting field surveys, evaluations, written conservation plans, and nutrient management plans.
• Promote and assist in program outreach, planning, and implementation of H2Ohio and related programs.
• Participate in and earn certification related to agriculture conservation including the Ohio Department of Agriculture Technical Development Program Levels 1 and 2, and 4R Nutrient Stewardship Certification. Complete training required by NRCS to become a Certified Conservation Planner.
• Lead the District’s soil testing program. Coordinate pulling and submitting samples, along with providing test results (analysis) to the producer.
• Assist NRCS with conservation project implementation including surveying, AutoCAD drawings, construction site inspections, and as-builts.
• Provide leadership on agricultural outreach to landowners and producers on conservation practices through articles, electronic formats, and workshops.
• Coordinates, promotes, and manages the District’s no-till drill rental program. This would include scheduling, assisting renters matters such as calibration and depth settings, record & submit planted acres, perform preventative maintenance and transport the rental equipment when needed.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, trainings, monthly board meetings and inspections.
• Learn and operate basic testing equipment used to obtain technical data from soil, water and plant samples.
• Lead or assist with conducting tours, field days, public viewing of demonstrations including equipment, test plots, best management practices, etc.
• Prepare and maintain records, reports, and forms required by SWCD, NRCS, USDA-Farm Service Agency (FSA), ODA, Ohio Federation of Soil and Water Conservation District (OFSWCD) and Ohio Soil & Water Conservation Commission (OSWCC).
• Maintains personal contact with District cooperators, local school boards, and school systems, civic groups, 4-H, and be able to explain the District conservation programs to the public.
• Keep informed of all federal, state and local laws that affect the conservation work within the District.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the DPA or Board of Supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2-year degree in agronomic or natural resource management or related field.
• Experience with presenting educational programs to both adult and youth audiences.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form; exercise sound judgement; use time and organization skills wisely; be groomed and dressed appropriately as to reflect well on Columbiana SWCD; cooperate with co-workers; receive and implement instructions from the DPA and Board of Supervisors; communicate and work well with landowners without discrimination.
• Ability to operate field equipment (e.g. survey equipment, water quality monitoring equipment, GPS data collector, digital camera, etc.) with guidance and training.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs. Familiarity with Facebook, webpage, and PowerPoint. Experience with Arc GIS and AutoCAD is preferred.
• Must be insurable to operate District vehicles, handling District funds, and possess a valid Ohio driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a background check in order to use the county and federal computer systems.
• A full job description can be obtained at https://www.columbianacoswcd.com/join-team or e-mailing pete.conkle@oh.nacdnet.net

Applicants must submit cover letter, resume, and references by 3:30pm, Friday, February 7, 2025 to:

Email: Pete.Conkle@oh.nacdnet.net

OR

Columbiana County SWCD

1834 S Lincoln Ave Suite B

Salem OH 44460-4393

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $52,000.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $52,000