Agricultural Conservation Technician

Agricultural Conservation Technician

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lebanon Countywide Action Plan (CAP): Technical Assistance

- Evaluate agricultural operations to identify recommended best management practices (BMP)
- Complete surveys and utilize CAD to prepare BMP designs
- Oversee construction quality assurance during BMP installation
- Conduct follow up with producers to verify BMPs are adequately maintained

Chesapeake Bay Technician Program

- Conduct delegated tasks such as Chesapeake Bay farm inspections
- Develop agricultural erosion & sediment control plans and manure management plans for agricultural producers
- Conduct on-the-ground monitoring to verify practice installation and maintenance
- Respond to and investigate complaints

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum 1 year of directly related technical experience
- Extensive knowledge of agricultural resource concerns and BMPs
- Proficient in utilizing equipment for surveys and CAD program
- Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license as issued by Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: Employee is required to be dependable and schedule own time to perform routine duties, occasionally without direct supervision. Employee is required to have excellent communication skills, high standards of organization and possess an intellectual sense of detail. Employee shall have patience and determination to analyze a problem thoroughly and resolve it accurately in a timely manner. Employee shall respond promptly and sensitively to customer concerns and apply discretion in choosing a method of response. Employee is expected to maintain a personable and optimistic attitude throughout the workday. Employee is expected to remain current with program changes and to obtain and apply new skills required to maintain an optimum level of job performance. Employee will be evaluated on performance and is expected to consistently meet or surpass all requirements and expectations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job may require walking and traversing all types of terrain in all weather conditions, occasional climbing and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

VISIT WWW.LCCD.ORG/JOB FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with using surveying equipment and CAD related to agricultural projects? If yes, explain.

Experience:

• surveying and design: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location