Watershed Specialist

Perry County Conservation District is seeking a Watershed Specialist. This position is responsible for the development, implementation and delivery of watershed-based plans, strategies, activities and programs that focus on protecting Perry County’s natural resources.
Primary duties include:
1. Provide technical, informational and organizational assistance for the development of
environmental and agricultural restoration/protection projects as prioritized by the District Board.
2. Preparation, submittal and coordination of grant applications to obtain funds from federal, state,
local and private sector sources of funding for watershed education, planning and implementation
projects.
3. Serve as the Coordinator for Keep Perry County Beautiful and as the Perry County Recycling
Coordinator.
4. Plan and deliver both education and training opportunities that promote watershed restoration,
protection and conservation best management practice implementation.

Successful candidate MUST possess:
1. Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
2. A Bachelor of Science degree in geo-environmental studies, agriculture, environmental science or
resource management or related degree, or 3-5 years of related experience, or equivalent
combination of training, education, and/or experience.
3. Valid PA driver’s license with a clean driving record
4. Availability to occasionally work evenings and Saturdays.

Experience in the following is desired, but not required:
1. Coordinating and facilitating informal natural resource related educational programs.
2. Watershed management and land use planning.
3. Natural resource conservation Best Management Practices.
Compensation includes a starting salary of $17.71/hour with consideration for relevant experience. Perry County employment offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes generous paid leave, a county retirement plan, and health, vision, life and dental insurance after a 90-day probationary period. For consideration, please send resume, cover letter and references to: Perry County Conservation District, District Manager, PO Box 36 New Bloomfield, Pa 17068 or perrycd@perryco.org The position will remain open until a qualified candidate is found. A full job description is available on request. Call 717- 582-8988 or e-mail perrycd@perryco.org with any questions. Perry County Conservation District is EEO compliant.