Forest and Conservation Worker reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Being a Forest and Conservation Worker applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Additionally, Forest and Conservation Worker relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
WAUSHARA COUNTY POSITION DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT: Land Conservation & Zoning
POSITION TITLE: Technician
FUNCTION:Under the general supervision of the County Conservationist/Deputy Director, the position will provide technical assistance for individuals, various soil & water conservation groups, federal, state or local soil & water conservation organizations related to the adoption, implementation and enforcement of ordinances, state statues, performance standards, etc., and the County’s Land and Water Resource Management Plan.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provides survey, design, layout and inspections of projects in accordance with the county’s land & water resource management plan using the Natural Resources Conservation Service Technical Standards.
2. Provide technical assistance to landowners for various soil & water conservation programs. These programs are described in the department’s land & water resource management plan and may include but are not limited to: the Water Quality Incentive Program, Lake Management planning, Soil and Water Resource Management Program, Construction Site Erosion Control, and implementing the state’s Agricultural Performance Standards.
3. Provides construction site erosion control inspections to property owners for best management practices installed in accordance with the Uniform Dwelling Code.
4. Assist lake groups, associations and districts with water quality assessments. Provide technical assistance to these lake organizations relative to the various state and federal grant programs.
5. Works with landowners to develop conservation plans that maintain compliance with state and federal conservation programs as well as county standards and ordinances.
6. Conducts meetings with individuals, groups and soil and water professionals to provide detailed information on the use and management of soil & water conservation practices.
7. Provides technical training to staff, individuals and groups on the development and installation of soil & water conservation practices to ensure that appropriate standards are being met.
8. Coordinates in field, on lake or on shore demonstrations that provides hands on information and education about the various practices landowners are installing.
9. Prepares cost-share agreements, maintains accurate data of files on landowners participating in programs and reviews them with staff, landowners or operators who install conservation practices
10. Performs on-site field investigations with landowners to determine the need and feasibility of conservation practices in accordance with the Land & Water Resource Management Plan and County Shoreland Ordinances.
11. Maintains thorough applicable training, a high level of technical knowledge and skills necessary for the effective promotion of the Land and Water Resource Management Plan.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Land Conservation and Zoning Department Director and County Conservationist/Deputy Director of Land Conservation.
13. Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
14. Promote, get along and work in harmonious relationship with others, including but not limited to outside agencies and county departments.
15. Be able to perform duties, follow policy and procedures independent of direct supervision.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.47 - $24.94 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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