Watershed Technician

State-of-Georgi; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia seeks a Watershed Technician to conduct inspections of watershed dams and coordinate site visits across the state. The role is located in Athens or nearby counties, with responsibilities including reporting, meetings, and liaison duties with district representatives.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and experience with ArcGIS, Google Earth, and GIS tools, plus a valid driver's license. Drone certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and two years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience with ArcGIS, Google Earth and GIS software preferred.
• Drone pilot certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend and present at public Soil and Water Conservation District meetings.
• Coordinate site visits and inspections of watershed dams.
• Generate inspection reports and maintain documents.
• Assist Project Managers with oversight of construction and maintenance projects.
• Communicate with district representatives and property owners.
• Coordinate with other state agencies to meet program goals.

Skills

Windows Office Suites

Public speaking

Data reporting

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

ArcGIS Suite

Google Earth

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Watershed Technician

Job Requisition ID: JR0000001969

Number of Openings: 1

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $41,569.83

Job Description: Under general supervision, coordinates and performs inspections for compliance with policy, procedures, state and federal regulations and standards to ensure safety, environmental health, safety, and/or compliance.

Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission is seeking to hire a Watershed Technician. The selected candidate will be responsible for site visits and inspections of watershed dams across the state of Georgia. The position will be located in Athens-Clarke or Gordon County.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Attending and presenting at public Soil and Water Conservation District Meetings
• Maintaining written and verbal communication with district representatives, regarding dams located within their area
• Conducting site visits, completing inspections, and generating reports for watershed dams
• Assisting with the organization and recording of documents maintained for watershed dams
• Assisting Project Managers with the oversight of construction and maintenance projects
• Maintaining effective communication within the agency and property owners
• Maintaining invoices and contract information
• Working with other state agencies to achieve the goals and requirements of the Watershed Dam Program.

Must have/obtain a valid Georgia driver’s license Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Working knowledge of Windows Office Suites.
• Experience with Esri’s ArcGIS Suite, Google Earth, GIS software
• Drone pilot certification

Physical Demands:

• Intermittent periods of walking, driving, squatting
• Standing for long periods of time
• Climbing earthen embankments
• Water exposure
• Exposure the outdoor elements for extended periods of time
• Long travel days-limited overnight travel

NOTE: A background checks will be conducted on final candidates. Hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background and criminal records investigations and motor vehicle reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Safety & Complnc Spec 1 (RCP010) or position equivalent.--Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.--Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.