Conservation Technician/Specialist

About us

The Luzerne Conservation District is a local soil and water conservation agency with the mission of conserving land and water resources in Luzerne County by promoting public awareness, providing technical assistance, and encouraging regulatory compliance.

The Luzerne Conservation District is seeking honest, qualified, and highly motivated applicants for a full-time position in our Erosion & Sediment (E&S) Control Program. The salary range is the likely starting range based on relevant experience level. Highly qualified candidates with direct knowledge and experience may be eligible for a higher starting salary. The district's leadership values the dedicated, hardworking staff and strives to provide very generous health insurance, paid time-off, and other benefits that are effective in helping employees have a healthy work/personal life balance.

Primary responsibilities of this position include the following:

• Reviewing and processing Erosion & Sediment (E&S) Control plans and NPDES permit applications
• Conducting earth disturbance site inspections for E&S regulatory compliance
• Investigating associated complaints
• Providing technical assistance to land users

Necessary skills and abilities include:

• The ability to effectively communicate with the public, permittees, plan designers, and cooperating agencies
• High integrity in professional judgments and determinations
• Experience in or ability to learn how to interpret surveys, maps, and plan drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other common computer programs
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to traverse rough terrain

Experience in the following is desired, but not required:

• Erosion and sediment pollution control and/or stormwater best management practices
• Experience in construction processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, aerial photos, and topographic maps
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Public speaking and technical writing skills
• Working knowledge of municipal structure and land development processes

Educational Requirements:

An associate’s degree from an accredited university, college, or trade school, which includes one of the following major areas of study: environmental engineering, civil engineering, construction management, natural resource management, environmental studies, soil science, geology, hydrology, forestry, biology, earth science, forest management, or other area of study with a major emphasis in environment and natural resources OR possess a combination of applicable education, training, work experience, or volunteer experience that is equivalent to a 2-year degree or greater.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,520.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person