Regional Job Board

Conservation Planner – Trinity County Resource Conservation District

Weaverville, California

The Conservation Planner works under the direct supervision of the Watershed Program Manager. This is a temporary, one-year, full-time benefited position administered through Trinity County Resource Conservation District, with the potential to extend based on funding opportunity. This position offers a variety of projects which can include, but are not limited to, natural resources environmental planning and analysis; coordination with natural resource partners such as local, state, federal, tribal and non-profit agencies on conservation, habitat enhancement, and forest health planning and implementation projects; organizing and implementing community meetings; outreach as it relates to forest and watershed health. This position will work closely with Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) staff to develop conservation plans for Trinity County landowners in for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). This is an in-office position with office space being provided by the NRCS. This position serves at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be self-directed and detail-oriented with knowledge of watershed restoration and/or forest health best management practices. Excellent communication skills are imperative. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team; and possess strong writing, task management and organization abilities. A four-year college degree is highly recommended, although exceptional work experience will be considered as a substitute.

Highly qualified candidates will have any combination of education and experience that would provide the following:

1. Experience in tracking projects, meeting project deadlines, reporting and managing project budgets.
2. Knowledge of natural resource management, watershed and environmental issues.
3. Knowledge of environmental planning processes on both state and federal levels.
4. Ability to communicate with people from all backgrounds.
5. Ability to translate complex scientific data into easily understandable information for public use.
6. Proof of either college level classes in natural resource/conservation related fields or natural resource/conservation related work experience.
7. Excellent office computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
8. Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking.
9. Knowledge and experience working in an office setting.
10. Knowledge and experience using ESRI software (ArcGIS).

Please address your level of experience in all ten of these areas in an addendum to your resume. If you have little or no experience in any of these areas, please indicate that as well.

Prior to hire a background check, a valid California Driver’s License, current auto insurance and a copy of current driving record will be requested.

Duties:

1. Provide conservation operations technical assistants to Trinity County Landowners.
2. Coordinate community meetings, workshops, or field tours to showcase conservation practices.
3. Coordinate one-on-one site visits with landowners to develop conservation plans.
4. Develop conservation plans and contracts with NRCS staff for EQIP and CSP programs.
5. Attend conservation planning workshops and trainings working towards certification.
6. Track daily activities and achievements.
7. Obtain and organize necessary documentation for NRCS conservation planning.
8. Coordinate with internal staff and external agencies to share ideas and cross-pollinate conservation planning related projects ideas with a positive approach.
9. Write articles to promote projects.
10. Perform related duties as requested.

Work Environment:

Office work is approximately 65% of this position with outdoor and event work making up the remaining 35%. Mileage is reimbursed at the federal rate if a District vehicle is unavailable for use.

Benefits:

The TCRCD offers paid medical, vision and dental insurance; 11 paid holidays per year, plus accrued personal time off; contribution to a retirement plan; and a progressive working environment that recognizes the importance of a work/life balance.

Starting Salary Range:

Placement as a Project Coordinator I or II will be based on years of work experience and education level.

Conservation Planner Salary Range:  $28.00 – $29.40 per hour

Closing Date:

First review will take place September 23, 2024 and posting will remain open until filled.

To Apply:

Mail resume, cover letter, and addendum mentioned under qualifications to Trinity County RCD, Attn: Kayla Meyer, PO Box 1450, Weaverville, CA 96093; or email to: kmeyer@tcrcd.net with “Conservation Planner” in the subject line; or drop off at our office: 30 Horseshoe Lane, Weaverville, CA.

For More Information:

Call (530) 623-6004

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