Position Title:    Yellow River Headwaters Watershed Coordinator – 1 opening

Location:            Waukon, Iowa       

Contact:              Allamakee Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD)

                             770 11^th Avenue SW

                             Waukon, IA 52172

                             Phone: 563-568-2246 ext. 3

                             Email: [email protected]   

Job Description: Identify and promote conservation practices to producers within the Yellow River Headwaters Watershed. The coordinator will be expected to provide assistance to landowners and ensure implementation of conservation practices within the watershed. This position will perform professional and technical duties that relate to the demonstration of conservation practices through social media, land treatments and daily interaction with producers and partners.

Job Qualifications: Have knowledge of principles, practices, terminology and techniques of agricultural science related to water quality and soil conservation. Have knowledge of state, federal and local environmental laws and regulations. Follow policy and cooperate with commissioners and staff. Display high standards of ethical conduct. Work with minimal supervision and prioritize work schedule. Possess skills in interpersonal relationships, written and verbal communication with producers and partners to meet their needs in a courteous and cooperative manner. Ability to generate reports and educational materials with attention to detail. Have familiarity with social media outlets. Utilize computer software programs, including ArcGIS. Organize, market and conduct public outreach programs to inform watershed landowners and producers of available funding to address their resource management concerns. Ability to walk through rough terrain and carry equipment. Possess a valid driver’s license. Successful candidate will be required to undergo a federal background investigation and fingerprint check.

Required Education: A degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in an agricultural or environmental science field. Two years of equivalent experience in an agricultural or environmental field would also be considered.

Wage: $25.12/hr., commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Paid time off (PTO), federal holidays and IPERS. There are no other benefits associated with this position.

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week, no overtime)         

Duration of Position: Until funds are exhausted; funding extensions based on funding availability and project interest. This is an at-will position.

Opens: January 16, 2025   Closes: February 4, 2025

Method of Application: Submit resume and cover letter in person, by mail, or email to the address above by 4:00 PM February 4, 2025.