Adams County Agricultural Technician
Adams County Agricultural Technician
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Job Description
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
Job Qualifications:
- High school graduate.
- Experience education or higher degree in agriculture environmental science biology natural resources or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) preferred.
- Must hold a valid state drivers license have and maintain automobile insurance be able to secure a certificate of insurance for drive other cars have and be able to drive personal vehicle while at work when needed for work (will be compensated per mile) have the physical ability to maneuver rough and steep terrain on foot
- Must be able to pass the federal background check that would enable them to use the USDA computers and maintain that certification.
- Must become proficient with hardware and software technology pertaining to GIS AutoCAD surveying equipment and/or other agricultural equipment.
Preferred Skills:
- Highly self-motivated individual that is able to work without immediate supervision and properly manage their own work schedule and appointments.
- Must demonstrate a willingness to share information to promote conservation with coworkers partners and the public.
- Adaptable to an evolving work environment.
- Able to meet deadlines and be polite and courteous in all dealings with fellow staff partnering agencies elected officials clients and the public.
- Able to work outside regular business hours including evenings and weekends as needed as well as going outside the county for meetings or training and stay overnight if necessary.
All duties and actions taken by the incumbent of this position while on official duty will be performed in a safe and healthful manner and will be of a nature to reflect favorably on the Adams Soil and Water Conservation District.
Whats in it for You:
Benefits
- Quality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered in addition to dental and vision.
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Life insurance Medicare and workers compensation
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for public employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employees theOPERS websitefor more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit theOhio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
All district and NRCS programs and positions are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race color national origin age gender religion marital status family status disability sexual orientation or political affiliation.
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
This position is posted on behalf of Adams County SWCD. Applications will be shared with the SWCD office as they are received.
Competitive Salary: $18.00 / hour
Who We Are:
Agriculture is the heart of it all in Ohio!
The Adams Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) was formed on May 16 1941. The District is a local unit of government and legal subdivision of the State of Ohio. Adams SWCD was organized for the purpose of developing a program for the conservation of soil and water resources. Its governed by a board of supervisors that is composed of five local individuals elected by landowners and residents of Adams County.
The mission of the Adams Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is to provide leadership and services that enable our District to conserve protect and enhance our natural resources.
- Must agree to submit to a pre-employment drug test The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check (local and state).
- Occasional evening or weekend work hours for meetings field days or public events.
Equipment Operation Requirements:
Equipment the employee must be able to operate includes computer hardware/software used for GIS mapping as well as standard office equipment and proficiently operate audio/visual equipment and other technical equipment as necessary. Employee must also be able to drive an automobile mini-van ATV and pickup truck as well as tow or back a trailer.
Work Environment Hazards of the Position:
Hazards of this job that the employee should be aware of include but are not limited to rough and dangerous terrain working outside in inclement weather sunburn poison ivy insect and animal bites driving in inclement weather radiation from computer monitors and CPU carpal tunnel syndrome from typing on a computer keyboard eye strain and stiffness of the body from sitting for long hours.
For questions please contact Bill Wickerham with Adams SWCD at
What Youll Do:
The Adams Soil and Water Conservation District (Adams SWCD) is seeking candidates for an Agricultural Technician position. This position has four principal responsibilities:
- Provide technical information to the public regarding conservation planning and construction.
- Assist NRCS with technical work on conservation practices.
- Provide environmental education to the public.
- Elevate the Districts presence and programs through public outreach using technology such as district website social media platforms and other audio and visual tools as well as newspaper articles radio shows and public engagement events.
At least 50% of employee time must be spent on duties related to NRCSs programs including but not limited to the following categories:
- Soil health Nitrogen Management Livestock partnership Grazing and pasture Agroforestry Forestry and Wildlife Habitat Energy Combustion and Electricity Efficiency Wetlands Respond in accordance with ODAs Standard Operating Procedures for Agricultural Pollution Abatement Program.
- Assist in program outreach planning and implementation of H2Ohio and related programs.
- Facilitate and participate in agricultural educational programming networking and coordination.
- Work with local NRCS staff to implement conservation planning and programming. Assist with Local Work Group Meetings
- Assist other district staff as needed and promote District programs in all situations.
- Attend all training and workshops as deemed necessary by the District Administrator.
- Prepare and present monthly reports to the Board or as requested attend monthly Board meetings.
- Utilize the Beehive data management system or any subsequently implemented database system for time sheets project tracking and project development and submit all required reports.
- Other duties as assigned or approved by the Board or District Administrator.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
