Conservation Technician (FT)

Suwannee County; Live Oak (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners seeks applicants for the Conservation Technician to support the Suwannee County Conservation District (SCCD) with BMP implementation in collaboration with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Minimum requirements include a High School diploma and four years of production agriculture experience, or two years with AS/BS in agriculture, plus a valid Florida driver’s license and strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required with four years of production agriculture experience, or two years with AS/BS in agriculture.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• General computer skills and knowledge of BMP and water quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist landowners with the implementation of Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMP) on the landscape.
• Support the Suwannee County Conservation District in coordination with FDACS.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

BMP knowledge

Water quality knowledge

Driver's license

Flexibility (after hours)

Education

High School diploma

AS or BS in Agriculture

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Suwannee County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants for the following

CONSERVATION TECHNICIAN

This is a full-time position with the Suwannee County Conservation District (SCCD) office. The SCCD is an agricultural partner between local farmers, ranchers, and producers as well as local and state agencies. The full-time position works with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) to assist landowners with the implementation of Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMP) on the landscape.

Applicants must have a minimum of a High School diploma and four (4) years practical work experience in production agriculture or two years practical work experience in production agriculture and an Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture and must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License. Candidate must possess good verbal and written communications skills, have a general knowledge of computer skills, be knowledgeable of BMP and agricultural water quality issues, be willing to work after normal working hours or on weekends to accommodate farmers’ schedules, and be willing to attend additional training on programs and information required for the position. Minimum salary is $18.23 per hour based on experience and qualifications, plus a generous benefits package. Only experienced applicants will be considered.

The position will remain open until it is filled. The Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners is an equal employment opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any qualified employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, handicap status, income status or family status. Spanish speaking individuals are encouraged to apply. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment. Failure to successfully test free of illegal or controlled drugs will result in non-employment of the applicant for a minimum of 1 year. EEO/AA/V/D