Technician Assistant- Conservation

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary Provides technical assistance to

individuals requesting conservation work; contacts landowners and

determines their needs; design and directs the construction of the

practice; analyzes data and performs follow-up calls to landowner;

provides conservation planning and engineering design assistance to

landowners. Assists the County Conservationist with directing,

coordinating, and monitoring Land & Water Conservation programs in an

effort to improve the health and welfare of Brown County residents.

Essential Duties Monitors and reports progress to the State; records

program participation which includes landowner or operator names and

provides proper certification for program participation. Assists with

updating staff on changes which may impact owners if violated; and

maintains current knowledge of issues, concerns, and topics related to

conservation. Assists in administering County ordinances to protect soil

and water resources. This includes conducting inspections for compliance

with state and county rules. Assists with presentations to County

Committees, County Board, DNR, DATCP, State Land Conservation Board, and

legislative committees; assists with the preparation of funding

proposals and submits to appropriate authority; ensures compliance with

local, state, and federal laws governing the same. Assist with Nutrient

Management Plan (NMP) submittal tracking and reporting. Compile NMP

report to DATCP. Assist with the administration of the Farmland

Preservation Program. Assist with inspection and compliance tracking.

Assist landowners with eligibility and compliance documentation. Plans

and implements a variety of different conservation practices; conducts

pollution assessment to measure the severity of the problem; collects

and analyzes data through the use of a computer model; discusses

objectives with the agricultural producer to establish mutual goals;

informs producer of facts, statistics, costs and alternatives to resolve

problems; assists the individual to plan corrective actions by

developing cost share agreements and establishing a practice; ensures

compliance with established and accepted policies, practices, and

procedures. Plans conservation practices to stop and prevent ground &

surface water pollution and reduce soil loss; uses computers,

calculators, and series of pollutant models combined with soil

composition knowledge to decide which action is most suitable; ensures

the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of the same. Assists with land

and waterway surveys by using a Carlson GPS survey unit to measure

distance and elevation; lays out and installs conservation practices by

staking out practices and notifying contractor of elevations needed,

sizes, and dimensions of practice; ensures practice is installed

according to approved construction plans. Assists with the preparation

of funding proposals for department projects. Assist with grant activity

tracking and grant reporting. Prepares and participates in information

and education activities with associations and community groups; makes

presentations to various groups for the purpose of educating citizens on

topics related to conservation and pollution; maintains current

knowledge of rules and regulations governing conservation practices.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES Performs Related Functions As Assigned. MATERIALS

AND EQUIPMENT USED Computer ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS online, MS Office suite

General office equipment Survey equipment Audio/Visual equipment GPS

Vehicle Physical Demands: Ability to walk long distances in fields,

along uneven terrain. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking;

occasional driving. Lifting 30 pounds maximum with frequent lifting

and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Communicating

orally in a clear manner. Withstanding temperature changes in the work

environment. Tolerating exposure to outside elements such as heat, cold,

dust, pollen and fumes Distinguishing people or objects at varied

distances under a variety of light conditions. Distinguishing sounds at

various frequencies and volumes. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Wisconsin State Statues regarding

conservation programs administered by the County and other state soil

and water programs. Knowledge of the Brown County Code of Ordinances.

Knowledge of fish and wildlife biology as it relates to environmental

conditions. Knowledge of watershed planning and implementation

principles. Knowledge of accounting and/or bookkeeping. Ability to

analyze data and formulate solutions to erosion and conservation

problems. Ability to interpret aerial photographs. Ability to use

transit and conduct topographical surveys. Ability to promote and

persuade landowners to use proven conservation ideas. Ability to address

hostile citizens and employees in a tactful manner. Ability to establish

and maintain effective working relationships with employees, landowners,

contractors, government officials, and the public. Ability to

communicate effectively both orally and in writing. \*\*\*\*\*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty