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RESOURCE SPECIALIST OR DISTRICT TECHNICIAN

Wilkin SWCD
Breckenridge, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2025

POSITION TITLE

  • Contingent on experience
  • Resource Specialist or District Technician

APPLICATION DEADLINE : Open until filled.

POSITION CLASSIFICATION : Full Time

BENEFITS : Paid holidays, annual leave, sick leave, health insurance, PERA

POSITION LOCATION : Breckenridge, MN

POSITION SALARY : $48,000-100,000 depending on experience.

ABOUT THE POSITION :

This position works under the supervision of the district managers and coordinates local, state, and federal programs to address local resource concerns. This employee provides technical support addressing Wilkin SWCD's natural resource management priorities. Natural resource programs could include but are not limited to soil health, water quality, structural agriculture practices, and streambank or shoreline protection. All the duties and responsibilities will be carried out in accordance with the annual work plan and comprehensive plan priorities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE :

  • Market and consult with farmers and landowners on conservation programs.
  • Work with private landowners to evaluate resource concerns and make technical and financial recommendations for best management practices and various local, state, and federal conservation programs.
  • Assists with the administration of State, District, and Area programs
  • Assist with developing contracts, easements, and conservation plans.
  • Assists with planning, design, construction layout, and inspection of conservation practices.
  • Provide technical functions to implement SWCD conservation programs and practices.
  • Assists with the implementation of a water quality monitoring program.
  • Assists with the District’s tree planting and tree fabric programs.
  • Assists with the District’s planting and mowing projects.
  • Works with cooperating agencies.
  • Assists education and research programs.
  • Other duties assigned by the District Managers and Board of Supervisors.
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in the conservation field and / or agriculture experience
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion and work outdoors in all conditions for extended periods of time.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently and well with others.
  • Familiar with common agricultural equipment and use.
  • Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in natural resources, biology, agricultural-related field or applied science.
  • Experience in conservation or natural resource field
  • Knowledge with interpreting scientific data, collecting field surveys, and using field equipment such as a GPS or GIS
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT- Work will be performed in an office building and outdoors. Work is often performed independently.

    APPLICATION PROCEDURES – Applicants must complete a letter of interest, job application, resume and all other paperwork if applicable.

    Applications are available at

    https : / / wilkincounty.gov / index.asp?SEC=6B4DF1A1-9AEB-4422-A772-587D07D5B0D9

    Applications should be mailed to : Wilkin SWCD, Beatrice Newman / Eric Stroh, 1150 Highway 75 North, Breckenridge MN 56520, or emailed to : eric.stroh@mn.nacdnet.net

    If there are any questions please contact eric.stroh@mn.nacdnet.net or call 218-643-2933 Ext 3

    Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the Wilkin SWCD.

    CONDITIONS OF ANNOUNCEMENT – The Wilkin SWCD reserves the right to make changes to the content of this position announcement without notification and may at any time withdraw the announcement or close the announcement.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – Candidates will be considered without discrimination for any non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital or familial status or membership or non-membership in an employee organization.

    COMMON PARTNERS - Wilkin SWCD works with our local County and Watershed Boards to promote and implement important conservation projects. Other partner agencies and entities include Pheasants Forever, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Farm Service Agency (FSA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), MN Department of Agriculture (MDA), Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR), and more.

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    Salary : $48,000 - $100,000

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