Agricultural Technician & Education Coordinator
Listed Summer 2024 -- Moved to interviews October 2024 --
The Monacan Soil and Water Conservation District is hiring a full-time Agricultural Technician serving Powhatan and Goochland Counties. This position will focus on providing administrative and technical support for implementing agricultural best management cost-share programs with farmers and landowners.
Applicant should be comfortable working with farmers and enjoy working outside as needed. Good organizational skills and attention to detail for file management and data entry are critical. Applicant will be required to earn conservation planning certifications.
Position includes career advancement potential.
A 2-year degree in agriculture, conservation, environmental science, natural resources, or equivalent education/work experience is acceptable. A valid driver’s license is required.
Reference and background checks will be conducted.
Applicants must submit a VA State Application for Employment – Form 10-012. A resume and letters of reference are also encouraged. This job is open until filled.
Application packets must be submitted to Monacan SWCD, PO Box 66, Goochland, VA 23063 or keith.burgess @ vaswcd.org.
Starting salary is $36,000+ based on qualifications.
Position includes health insurance and VRS retirement.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Do not hesitate to contact Keith Burgess at keith.burgess @ vaswcd.org
or 804-556-4936.
The Monacan Soil and Water Conservation District is hiring a full-time Agricultural Technician serving Powhatan and Goochland Counties. This position will focus on providing administrative and technical support for implementing agricultural best management cost-share programs with farmers and landowners.
Applicant should be comfortable working with farmers and enjoy working outside as needed. Good organizational skills and attention to detail for file management and data entry are critical. Applicant will be required to earn conservation planning certifications.
Position includes career advancement potential.
A 2-year degree in agriculture, conservation, environmental science, natural resources, or equivalent education/work experience is acceptable. A valid driver’s license is required.
Reference and background checks will be conducted.
Applicants must submit a VA State Application for Employment – Form 10-012. A resume and letters of reference are also encouraged. This job is open until filled.
Application packets must be submitted to Monacan SWCD, PO Box 66, Goochland, VA 23063 or keith.burgess @ vaswcd.org.
Starting salary is $36,000+ based on qualifications.
Position includes health insurance and VRS retirement.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Do not hesitate to contact Keith Burgess at keith.burgess @ vaswcd.org
or 804-556-4936.
