Conservation Technician

Full-time position, with benefits.

General Purpose

Performs routine data gathering and project implementation duties in support of the District’s conservation programs. Informs and educates the public about efficient water. Learns and applyies conservation program practices and techniques.

Supervision Received

Works under the direct supervision of the Conservation Program Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in collecting, compiling and displaying water conservation data.

• Performs assigned research to gather necessary information for designing and implementing water conservation techniques

• Collects data from various sources and assists in monitoring actual conservation results following program implementation

• Carries out routine administrative assignments associated with the development and implementation of conservation programs and projects.

• Performs internal and external residential water audits and evaluations.

• Assists in conducting water waste investigations and enforcing city and county water waste ordinances. Assists as needed in utility processes and associated tasks.
• Assembles materials and responds to customer requests for conservation information from clients.

• Researches and studies conservation information and materials to learn conservation techniques and practices.
• Maintains records, files and supplies of materials.
• Provides backup to other staff in the Conservation division.
• Provides program support to the Red Hills Desert Garden, as needed.
• Conducts educational sessions for the public.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Two years experience in customer service, communications, landscape, irrigation, data collection, environmental assessment or related fields.

• OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of bookkeeping practices, clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work independently.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Special Qualifications:

• Preferred valid driver’s license for insurability under the District’s vehicle insurance policy

• Must be willing to take and pass a pre-employment drug test and submit to a criminal background check

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, employees are regularly required to sit; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to handle or feel standard office equipment; and reach with hands or arms. In certain assignments employees are frequently required to stand and walk; stoop, kneel, bend or crouch; and lift up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this class include close vision, distance vision, use of eyes, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and distinguish basic colors and shades.

Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this position,

employees are regularly required to use oral and written communication; read documents or instructions; analyze and solve problems; interpret data or information; observe people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform multiple, concurrent tasks; work with frequent interruptions; interact with customers/ individuals, some of whom may be dissatisfied and/or abusive.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees typically work both in the field on customer properties and within an office environment. Employees are exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

WCWCD offers a competitive employee benefit package including URS Retirement, 401k match, employer paid medical and dental insurance premiums, life insurance, disability and voluntary supplemental insurances.

Job Closing:

Wednesday, January 22 at 8 AM Mountain Time.