Resource Conservation Technician

Lehighbar; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike County Conservation District is seeking a full-time Resource Conservationist to perform inspections, enforce rules, and coordinate with engineers, developers, and officials on erosion and waterways projects. Strong communication and math skills, plus GIS knowledge, are desirable.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a natural resource field and 1–2+ years of related experience. Salary with benefits; apply by Aug 31, 2026 to the District Manager at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a natural resource field or closely related area.
• 1–2+ years of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GIS and construction practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, compliance and enforcement tasks related to erosion and waterways management.
• Interact with the public, engineers, contractors, developers and officials to plan and implement conservation practices for land development.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Reading maps

Math skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

Pike County Conservation District (PCCD) is accepting applications for a full-time Resource Conservationist. The position involves a variety of administrative, technical and operational-level work in the fields of erosion control, stormwater management, and waterways management related to PA Department of Environmental Protection Rules and Regulations (ie: Chapters 102, 92 and 105). The job includes inspection, compliance and enforcement activities, and extensive contact with the general public, engineers, earthmoving contractors and developers, municipal officials, and government agency personnel to facilitate planning and implementation of conservation practices associated with land development. Requires excellent communication skills, computer knowledge, ability to read maps/construction plans, math skills and organizational abilities. Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, water resources, engineering technology, or a closely related natural resource field and one to two or more years of related experience preferred. Knowledge of GIS and/or construction practices a plus. Salary plus County benefits package; salary commensurate with experience. Candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to the District Manager by email [e-mail] by August 31, 2026. Please note that incomplete applications, including those missing required documents, may not be considered. Pike County is an EOE.