NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Soil and Water Technician
Soil and Water Conservation, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$49K/yr - $73K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Soil and Water Technician to support the Soil and Water Conservation Programs for McDowell County. The role involves providing technical assistance to farmers and landowners, analyzing conservation problems, and coordinating various conservation initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Performs technical work in the coordination of Soil and Water Conservation Programs for the County
An employee in this class serves as the representative of the Soil and Water Conservation District and provides consultative and technical assistance to farmers and landowners regarding a wide variety of soil and water conservation practices
Work includes making field visits, studying conservation plans, gathering data on existing land and water conditions, analyzing conservation problems, and developing recommended solutions
Work also includes conservation program coordination, promotion, enrollment, administrative record and thorough tracking of contracts
Independent professional judgment and initiative are exercised in on-the-spot consultations as well as after more detailed analysis and evaluation
Work requires the employee to work in inside and outside environments, in extreme temperatures, and exposes the worker to dust, fumes, odors, and mist
Work involves extensive public contact that requires tact and courtesy
Work is performed under the technical and administrative supervision of the Soil and Water Conservation Director
Employees must present performance updates to the McDowell County Soil and Water Board of Directors monthly
Work is reviewed by observation, discussion, spot checks at critical stages of projects, and feedback from the public
The technician will assist with the StRAP (Streamflow Rehabilitation Assistance Program) Program, a grant project through the NC Division of Soil and Water Conservation
The technician will assist in the maintenance of the watershed lakes within the County
Qualification
Required
Considerable knowledge of agronomy, soil characteristics, engineering practices, drafting and surveying
Develop conservation plans involving a variety of soil patterns, and conservation practices such as contour, terraces, tilling, open ditch drainage, farm ponds, diversions, strip tillage, crop rotation, tree planting and waterways
Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of agriculture and forestry operations, planning and applying soil, water and related conservation and development
Considerable knowledge of and skill in effectively using popular computer word processing, spreadsheet and file maintenance programs
Considerable knowledge of local, state and federal rules and regulations regarding soil and water conservation management
Ability to analyze and evaluate conservation practices and to make recommendations for corrective actions or improvements
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with landowners / tenants, peers, supervisors, employees, state agencies, other departments, and the public
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with landowners and the public, especially in sensitive situations and make sound professional judgments in all aspects of the work
Develop and present educational programs suitable to audiences of various ages
Ability to perform physical labor as necessitated by work assignments
Must be able to physically perform the basic life support functions of kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
Must be able to perform work exerting up to 75 pounds of force, and/or up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Graduation from high school, supplemented by special courses in agriculture, agronomy, or related fields and considerable experience in agricultural conservation practices, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license required
New employees must attend new employee training offered through the Division of Soil and Water, and yearly conservation education training conference attendance among other training courses are required
Must possess the ability to operate a computer or similar technology, to use measuring devices, to work with figures, to determine neatness, accuracy and thoroughness of completed work and to operate trucks and other equipment
Preferred
Graduation from a two-year college with focus in biology preferred
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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