Community Conservation Crew Member

Two Crew Member positions will be filled from this job description.
Terms: Regular full‐time position (40hrs/week), with benefits. Overtime eligible.
Starting Wage: $20.00 ‐ $23.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Base Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm (Certain projects may require slightly different
hours on these days. This will be determined at least 2 weeks in advance and there is some flexibility.)
Deadline to Apply: Applications will be reviewed starting Monday, November 7, 2022. The positions will
remain open until filled.

Position Summary
This entry level position will work on a field crew under the supervision of the Snohomish Conservation
District’s (SCD) Community Conservation (CC) Team located in Lake Stevens. The crew will perform work
on natural resource concerns in urban, residential, and rural areas of Snohomish County and Camano
Island. This position will report to the CC Program Manager, with day‐to‐day oversight by the CC
Coordinator.
Primary Job Responsibilities
This position will assist with implementation of green stormwater infrastructure (GSI), urban agriculture,
and habitat restoration projects. These are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The
omission of specific duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment
to the position. Typical work includes:

 Construct rain gardens on public and private property, including preparing site;
 Assemble and install rain barrel systems;
 Plant plants, shrubs, and trees;
 Complete habitat restoration work including plant installation and invasive species control;
 Conduct plant maintenance and care at the SCD nursery facility;
 Use a variety of manual tools and equipment, such as shovels, rakes, loppers, wheelbarrows,

weeding forks, hoes, pruning shears;
 Operate power and motorized tools and equipment such as push mowers, edgers, chain saws,

and weed trimmers;
 Operate heavy equipment such as mini‐excavator, skid‐steers, and backhoe;
 Operate light‐duty trucks, including picking up and delivering materials and supplies, and

hitching up, hauling, and operating a trailer;
 Speak with landowners and other members of the public about projects while on job sites;
 Perform related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

 Able to use appropriate materials and equipment to complete assigned work according to
specifications, verbal instructions, and established procedures;

 Able to implement safety practices in the field in compliance with occupational health and
safety regulations specific to the work and District policies and procedures;



Have the physical ability to do the required work;
 Have dependable transportation to and from the SCD office and currently possess or be able to

obtain a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a background check;
 Be at least 18 years old and able to legally work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

 Experience working on a crew to perform time‐sensitive construction projects on private and
public property;

 Previous experience in a related position and ability to demonstrate competency in some or all
of the skill areas needed for the responsibilities of this position;

 Comfortable speaking to landowners and other members of the public about projects and their
purpose.

Training
While all necessary training required to perform the essential functions/duties is provided on the job,
this position may include the opportunity for additional trainings and certifications to aid in professional
development and job training.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
This position requires the ability to:

 Carry out heavy manual labor in all weather conditions and on uneven, rocky, or rough ground.
 Lift, carry, and move heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
 Walk, stand, bend, twist, squat, kneel/crawl, and reach overhead throughout the workday and

for long periods of time.
 Drive a District vehicle when travel is needed. Must hold a valid, unrestricted Washington State

driver’s license (or can acquire upon hire).
 Comply with District COVID protection protocols, including being fully vaccinated and boosted,

and providing documentation of vaccination status.
Additional Position Information

 The position will start and end each day at one of our Lake Stevens facilities at the above times
but will spend most of each day in the field at project locations.

 All required safety equipment (gloves, vests, hard hats, eye protection, ear protection, etc.) is
provided.

 District shirts and appropriate work boots are required to be worn. The District will provide 4
work shirts. A stipend for boots is available.

Benefits
The District offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid holidays and leave time, low
premium medical, dental, life, and LTD insurance through Washington State PEBB, and participation in
the State of Washington Retirement System (PERS, DCP).

Application Process
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your related experience via
our website at https://snohomishcd.org/employment. Candidates who advance in the hiring process
may be requested to complete skills assessments.
Questions about the position may be directed to Sarah Jones at (360) 722‐2679.
If you need accommodation during the application process, contact Sarah Jones at
sjones@snohomishcd.org or call (360) 722‐2679.
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 7, 2022. Positions open until filled.
We strive to work in partnership with all, to provide equitable and accessible programming on a
nondiscriminatory basis, and to continually improve how we do so. All programs and services of the
Snohomish Conservation District are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis, without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age,
disability, or genetic information.