Field Technician

Field Technician Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District St. Helens, Oregon Job Type Permanent Salary $48,000 - $67,000 per year Benefits In addition to paid legal holidays, workers' compensation, and unemployment insurance, the Columbia SWCD will provide vacation time, sick leave, one personal day of leave, health insurance, dental insurance, vision, short and long-term disability, and a r Deadline May 22, 2026 Min. Experience 2 - 4 years

COLUMBIA SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT

Field Technician Job Announcement (Non-Exempt) Field Technician Position Announcement General Summary The Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District (District) in St. Helens, Oregon, has an immediate need for a Field Technician. The person in this position will provide technical assistance to Columbia County residents and land managers and assist with outreach duties, such as tabling at local events. This position will support District field staff and partners with field and project work, including, but not limited to, surveying, data collection, photography, project file maintenance, and reporting related to grants and active projects. Candidates for this position are expected to communicate professionally and respectfully with all people regardless of personal differences or personality; be comfortable engaging with the public in person and on the phone; and conduct themselves in a professional and friendly manner at all times when interacting with the public, partners, and others. This is a 40-hour per week non-exempt position. Work days and hours will normally be 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, but these may vary depending on the need to attend night and early-morning meetings. The salary range for this position is $48,000 - $67,000. The Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District is a local, governmental agency that operates as a special district of Oregon. The District is run by a board of locally-elected directors, and receives funding primarily through a permanent tax rate, state and federal grants. The District staff provides information, technical assistance, and education to property owners regarding soil and water issues on their land and helps to promote the proper and responsible use of natural resources in Columbia County. The District has no regulatory authority and works with landowners on a strictly voluntary basis. The Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. How To Apply

TO APPLY, SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING

1) A cover letter explaining your qualifications and experience relevant to the functions of this position. 2) A current resume that clearly describes and identifies your experience, skills, and achievements related to the requirements of the position 3) A reference list with a minimum of three former/current employers (from volunteer or paid positions) is required. Academic references may be substituted for employers, if applicable. References will be checked prior to the time of hire to verify information contained in your application materials. 4) An application completed in full by May 22nd, 2026, at 5 pm. Columbia SWCD Employment Application You will be contacted by phone if you are selected for an interview. The first round of interviews will be scheduled the week of June 1, with a hire date of July 1, 2026. If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of a criminal background check. Any history of criminal activity will be reviewed and will result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

EMAIL OR DELIVER YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION MATERIALS TO

Columbia SWCD

Attn:

Taylor Murray 35285 Millard Road St Helens, Oregon 97051 taylor.murray@columbiaswcd.com For questions related to this position, call Taylor Murray at (503) 433-3205 Ext. 103 or e-mail taylor.murray@columbiaswcd.com.

ALL ORIGINAL APPLICATION MATERIALS

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DUE TO THE COLUMBIA SWCD OFFICE

BY 5:00 pm on May 22nd Incomplete applications will not be considered.