Environmental Jobs
Location
Indiana, PA | United States
Job description
The Indiana County Conservation District is hiring a Conservation Program Specialist to primarily administer their Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program. This position has guaranteed funding through December of 2026. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to make a tremendous and positive impact on agriculture in Indiana County. Specific program tasks will include providing technical assistance, education, and outreach to farmers, oversee the installation of agriculture best management practices to reduce soil erosion and improve water quality, and foster collaborative relationships with agency partners. The successful candidate will be able to identify and procure other funding to ensure the continuance of the position beyond 2026.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful candidates will possess an Associates Degree in agriculture or related field, have experience in managing agriculture projects, have knowledge of soil and water conservation issues including Ag BMPs, and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Job Compensation
This position starts at $37,000 with an automatic increase to $42,000 upon completion of a six month probationary period. The District will consider relevant education and experience in determining a candidates starting salary. The District offers an exceptional benefits package including annual, sick, and holiday leave; health, dental, vision, and life insurances (individual and family) with no employee match and an HSA contribution; 10% retirement contributions; parental leave; flexible scheduling, hybrid work environment, $1,500 quarterly retention bonuses, and tuition reimbursement.
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