Lead Conservationist, Land & Water Resources

Marinette County Government; Marinette (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Wisconsin Retirement System

Job summary

Marinette County Government is seeking a County Conservationist to lead the Land Information Department’s Land and Water Conservation Division. You will assist the Land Information Director by directing staff, administering conservation programs, and shaping policies and procedures to protect natural resources.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and at least two years of management experience in natural resources, with familiarity of Wisconsin statutes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science with major casework in natural resource field or environmental science.
• 2 years' practical work experience in management of natural resources or related field.
• Working knowledge of state statutes related to soil and water conservation, resource management programs, water pollution abatement practices and habitat protection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist Land Information Director with directing and supervising Land and Water Conservation Division staff.
• Serve as administrator for direction and assistance of county soil and water conservation programs.
• Create and implement policies/procedures and develop programs to protect and sustain the County’s natural resource base and obtain resources to support the LWCD.
• Implement Marinette County Land & Water Management Plan.

Skills

Driver's license

Bilingual

Natural resources management

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Marinette County Government is seeking a County Conservationist to lead the Land Information Department’s Land and Water Conservation Division. You will assist the Land Information Director by directing staff, administering conservation programs, and shaping policies and procedures to protect natural resources.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and at least two years of management experience in natural resources, with familiarity of Wisconsin statutes.