Agricultural Program Lead

Perry County Conservation District is seeking an Agricultural Program Lead. This position is responsible for providing oversight for administering Perry County's Ag Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP), PA's Nutrient Management Program (Act 38), PA's Manure Management Program (PA Chapter 91), and PA's Chapter 102 regulations dealing with Ag Erosion and Sediment Control plans on agricultural operations in Perry County. Provides oversight and training of program related activities for the agricultural technicians. Provides technical assistance and services to the Perry County agricultural community in the form of assessing and addressing natural resource issues.

Primary duties include:

1. Assists in the supervision of Conservation District Ag Resource Technicians to maintain continuous and efficient operations to include setting workload priorities, review and delegation of work of Nutrient Management and Manure Management Program. 2. Ensures ag staff receive sufficient training for developing MMPs and Ag E&S Plans 3. Directs the training and professional development of the Ag Resource Technicians by providing in house training and recommending outside certification programs and training opportunities. 4. Assists the agricultural community in the planning, layout, engineering, design and implementation of Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs), verify and document that installed BMPs meet appropriate standards. 5. Takes lead on proper completion and submission of quarterly reporting materials 6. Assists with Farmland Preservation applicant ranking, farm inspections, and is point of contact for state agencies regarding the Farmland Preservation program in Perry County 7. Coordinates the agricultural outreach activities of the Conservation District Successful candidate possesses: 1. Bachelor's Degree in agronomy, agriculture, or related degree 2. Three years of experience in the field or related area 3. Supervisory experience preferred Compensation includes a starting salary of $27.91/hour with consideration for relevant experience. Perry County employment offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes generous paid leave, a County retirement plan, and health, vision, and dental insurance after a 90-day probationary period. For consideration, please send resume, cover letter, and references to: Perry County Conservation District, District Manager, PO Box 36, New Bloomfield, PA 17068 or perrycd@perryco.org. A full job description is available on request. Call 717-582-5139 or email perrycd@perryco.org with questions. Perry County Conservation District is EEO compliant.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $27.91 per hour

Benefits:

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

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person Agricultural Program Lead New Bloomfield, PA From $27.91 an hour - Full-time From $27.91 an hour - Full-time Perry County Conservation District is seeking an Agricultural Program Lead. This position is responsible for providing oversight for administering Perry County's Ag Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP), PA's Nutrient Management Program (Act 38), PA's Manure Management Program (PA Chapter 91), and PA's Chapter 102 regulations dealing with Ag Erosion and Sediment Control plans on agricultural operations in Perry County. Provides oversight and training of program related activities for the agricultural technicians. Provides technical assistance and services to the Perry County agricultural community in the form of assessing and addressing natural resource issues.

Primary duties include:

1. Assists in the supervision of Conservation District Ag Resource Technicians to maintain continuous and efficient operations to include setting workload priorities, review and delegation of work of Nutrient Management and Manure Management Program. 2. Ensures ag staff receive sufficient training for developing MMPs and Ag E&S Plans 3. Directs the training and professional development of the Ag Resource Technicians by providing in house training and recommending outside certification programs and training opportunities. 4. Assists the agricultural community in the planning, layout, engineering, design and implementation of Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs), verify and document that installed BMPs meet appropriate standards. 5. Takes lead on proper completion and submission of quarterly reporting materials 6. Assists with Farmland Preservation applicant ranking, farm inspections, and is point of contact for state agencies regarding the Farmland Preservation program in Perry County 7. Coordinates the agricultural outreach activities of the Conservation District Successful candidate possesses: 1. Bachelor's Degree in agronomy, agriculture, or related degree 2. Three years of experience in the field or related area 3. Supervisory experience preferred Compensation includes a starting salary of $27.91/hour with consideration for relevant experience. Perry County employment offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes generous paid leave, a County retirement plan, and health, vision, and dental insurance after a 90-day probationary period. For consideration, please send resume, cover letter, and references to: Perry County Conservation District, District Manager, PO Box 36, New Bloomfield, PA 17068 or perrycd@perryco.org. A full job description is available on request. Call 717-582-5139 or email perrycd@perryco.org with questions. Perry County Conservation District is EEO compliant.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $27.91 per hour

Benefits:

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

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person