Help wanted: Lenoir County Soil and Water Conservation = District Cost Share Technician I

Salary Range: $28,296 - $43,056

Performs administrative and intermediate technical work in the delivery and coordination of federal and state programs focused on addressing resource concerns and enhancing soil and water quality in the County, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the District Cost Share Technician II (Department Head).

Minimum Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or vocational/technical school with major course work in agriculture. One to two years' experience in agricultural work or practices or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to perform computer operations and capable of utilizing survey and engineering equipment in the performance of duties. Must be able to complete physical work in the completion of fieldwork. Conducts a variety of work indoors and outdoors in a variation of conditions such as heat, cold, humidity and wetness. Must be able to work under a high degree of stress related to duties that require a quick response in dangerous situations. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Application Process: Applications must be submitted on-line @ www.co.lenoir.nc.us to be considered for the position.

Closing date: Open until filled

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER