Conservation Technician: The Skyline Soil and Water Conservation District (Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, and Pulaski counties) is seeking applicants for a Conservation Technician. This position is full-time and is responsible for providing technical support for the Skyline District Manager, Board of Directors and staff. Minimum Qualifications: Ability to perform daily office functions; Ability to work as a member of a team, Ability to plan effectively, manage numerous projects, and perform duties with minimal supervision; Knowledge of agricultural production practices, non-point source pollution fundamentals, and best management practices; Knowledge of erosion and sediment control issues; Must posses strong written and oral communication skills; Proficiency in MS Office and other relevant software; Customer service skills; Valid Virginia driver's license; Ability to lift and carry moderate weight (30 lbs.) and could involve walking over difficult terrain. Starting salary range $43,000 - $55,000.
To Apply: Please complete and email a Virginia State Application for Employment Form 10-012 (http://dls.virginia.gov/stateapp.docx), resume with three references (phone and email) and a cover email describing your interest in the position to cynthia.skylineswcd@verizon.net (only electronic applications will be accepted; one pdf document is preferred).
District ManagerTechnician: The Skyline Soil and Water Conservation District (Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, and Pulaski counties) is seeking applicants for a Conservation Technician. This position is full-time and is responsible for providing administrative support for the Skyline District Manager, Board of Directors and staff. Minimum Qualifications: Ability to perform daily office functions; Experience with managing budgets and grants; Ability to work as a member of a team, Ability to plan effectively, manage numerous projects, and perform duties with minimal supervision; Knowledge of agricultural production practices, non-point source pollution fundamentals, and best management practices; Must posses strong written and oral communication skills; Proficiency in MS Office and other relevant software; Customer service skills; Valid Virginia driver's license; Ability to lift and carry moderate weight (30 lbs.) and could involve walking over difficult terrain. Starting salary range $43,000 - $55,000.
To Apply: Please complete and email a Virginia State Application for Employment Form 10-012 (http://dls.virginia.gov/stateapp.docx), resume with three references (phone and email) and a cover email describing your interest in the position to cynthia.skylineswcd@verizon.net (only electronic applications will be accepted; one pdf document is preferred).