District Shared Tech/DSI

The Scott, Mississippi, and New Madrid Soil and Water Conservation Districts are accepting applications for a Shared Technician. This is a full- time position with hourly pay starting at $17.16 per hour with paid holidays, paid health insurance, and paid retirement benefits . There will be 90 days of on the job training pay will increase to $18.31 hour based on job performance and attendance. Any other pay increases after the 90 day will be based on the district progression line. Responsibilities

• Assisting with surveying and designs of cost-share practices for all three counties (New Madrid, Scott, Mississippi counties)
• Communicating with all three counties to ensure a balanced workload
• Using multiple computer applications to plan conservation practices
• Insuring that practices meet set specifications
• designing cost-share practices using multiple computer applications
• surveying/staking in the field
• Meeting with landowners/contractors for pre-construction conferences
• Assisting NRCS staff as necessary
• Attending/participating in board meetings and training sessions
• General office duties and customer services
• Able to work a multi-phone line The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and to travel over rough terrain is required.

Applicant must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Applicant must have good communication skills, basic computer skills, possess the ability to multi-task, and be able to adapt to day to day changes. Basic farm knowledge/experience, ability to use surveying equipment, and GIS knowledge/experience is helpful but not required. High School Diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a USDA background check. New Madrid County SWCD and USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. New Madrid County Soil & Water Conservation District 495 US-61, New Madrid, MO 63869 573-748-2557 ext 3 -

Alicia McClendon District Manager/DSIII Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$17.16 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Location:

New Madrid, MO (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

New Madrid, MO (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Work Location:

In person