Agriculture Water Quality Specialist III

CareerArc; Williston (VT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Agriculture Water Quality Specialist III, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring water quality compliance on farms. This position offers a supportive hybrid work environment and the chance to engage in meaningful work that impacts agricultural practices. With a Monday-Friday schedule, you will enjoy a healthy work-life balance while contributing to the State's commitment to environmental conservation. If you have a passion for agriculture and environmental stewardship, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

80% State Paid Medical Premium

Dental Plan at No Cost

11 Paid Holidays

Generous Leave Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Low Cost Group Life Insurance

Incentive-based Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture or environmental conservation required.
• Experience in agriculture or environmental conservation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct water quality inspections on farms for regulatory compliance.
• Perform fieldwork that may require traversing rough terrain.

Skills

Environmental Knowledge

Agricultural Knowledge

Report Writing

Data Management

Mapping

SharePoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture

Associate's Degree in Environmental Conservation

High School Diploma

Job description

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Title: Agriculture Water Quality Specialist III

Application Deadline Date: 05/06/2025

Department: Agriculture, Food & Markets Agency

Location:

Williston, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Hourly Rate: $28.16

Overview

The Agency of Agriculture is seeking a qualified individual to join our dynamic team. Have the work/life balance you need with a Monday-Friday schedule and a supportive hybrid work environment. We are looking to fill an Agriculture Water Quality Specialist position which will perform water quality inspections on farms to assess regulatory compliance. Candidates must have some combination of environmental and agricultural knowledge, and a combination of experience with report writing, mapping, and using databases. Experience in data management and with SharePoint is also a plus.

Who May Apply

This position, Agriculture Water Quality Specialist III (Job Requisition #52610), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Duties are performed in both an office setting and in the field. Duties in the field may include walking along stream banks, fields and among livestock. Field work may require carrying of heavy equipment while traversing rough terrain and bodies of water in all weather conditions. Incumbent must have private means of transportation for completion of field assignments. Travel statewide is required. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Work will often be performed in a dynamic and engaging committee-style forum where strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in agriculture, environmental conservation, or a related field AND two (2) years or more of experience in agriculture, environmental conservation, or a related field.

OR

Associate's degree in agriculture, environmental conservation, or a related field AND four (4) years or more of experience in agriculture, environmental conservation or a related field.

OR

High school diploma or equivalent AND six (6) years or more of experience in agriculture, environmental conservation, or a related field.

OR

Four (4) years as a Water Quality Specialist II or equivalent.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.