Job Postings

Pierce Conservation District (PCD) is seeking to hire a current or former District or NRCS employee to write farm resource management plans for livestock producers in the Puyallup Watershed, currently on PCD’s farm plan waiting list. Plans could include Comprehensive plans or NRCS plans if the applicant is an approved NRCS Technical Service Provider. The Comprehensive plan template will be provided.

This will be a contract employee position that is paid on a per plan basis of $2,000 - $4,200 per plan depending on the complexity of the operation and whether the Comprehensive plan template is used or whether an NRCS plan is developed for a producer participating in an NRCS program. The contractor and PCD will negotiate the per plan price prior to each plan being written. No other benefits will be supplied.

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The Field Crew Member position supports the District's mission by performing various duties to implement and maintain habitat restoration projects

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Payroll – Processes payroll using BARS Integrated Accounting System (BIAS). Completes and submits necessary Labor and Industries Report, Employment Security Department Quarterly Tax Report, 941 Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return and submits monthly Tax Deposits. Ensures proper payment and recording of employee FLEX program.
• Financial Records - Maintains all financial records in an efficient, accessible, auditable, accountable format consistent with generally accepted accounting/bookkeeping principals, grant funding source requirements and standards of Washington Conservation District Law.  
• Accounts Payable and Receivable – Prepares/processes all invoices and billings. Prepares deposits and reconciles all bank accounts. Prepares accurate, legible and easy to understand monthly and annual financial reports.  
• Works closely with District Manager in preparing for and conducting required audits.
• Accurately tracks expenditures and balances of individual grants, contracts and bank accounts.  
• Prepares and submits vouchers in a timely manner for reimbursement on all current District grants.  
• Works closely with District Manager to prepare, maintain and monitor the District budget and complete/submit required reports to funding sources and other agencies.
• Maintains all grant records in a neat and orderly fashion.  
• Provides secondary administrative/receptionist duties including greeting public, answering phones, processing mail and assisting staff.  
• Maintains accurate records regarding time-keeping and authorized expenses.
• Attends meetings within and outside of the district as directed by the District Manager and the District’s Board of Supervisors. This may include evenings, weekends and possible overnight stays.
• Assist the District’s Board of Supervisors in carrying out its programs responsibilities. Assist manager in maintaining adequate funding to carry out the programs established by the District’s Board of Supervisors.
• Performs other duties as assigned by District Manager and the District’s Board of Supervisors.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience:  

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of proper accounting procedures with regards to grants, budgets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll & bank account reconciliation. Working knowledge of WA State Auditor’s Office Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting System (BARS) desirable.
• High School graduate or equivalent
• Computer literacy (word processing, spreadsheets and database management)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience in Power Point desirable.
• Ability to design, process & distribute educational and informational materials such as newsletters, brochures, etc.
• Excellent written and oral communication techniques.
• Self-motivated team player with ability to work independently.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the landowners, agency personnel, staff, and public in a professional manner.

Essential Functions: The ability to read, write, speak & comprehend the English language. Duties are primarily completed in an office setting, which may involve sitting for extended periods of time, bending, stooping, frequent use of fingers involving typing & writing.    

Supervision: Day-to-day guidance and direction provided by District Manager. The employee occupying this position is ultimately responsible to the District’s Board of Supervisors. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.    

Salary: depends on experience, current Salary Range $23.00 - $43.00 per hour

Benefits: PERS Retirement, Annual and Sick Leave, 12 Holidays, PFML, Overtime Eligible, $650 per month Health Stipend

The Snohomish Conservation District (SCD) has an opening for a full-time Field Crew Member. Our field crew works with landowners on natural resource concerns within urban, residential, and rural areas of Snohomish County and Camano Island. Strong candidates will be motivated to work as part of a team, be comfortable working outside, and have a passion for conservation projects. This position is open until filled and applications will be reviewed beginning Tuesday, October 7. A full position description and application instructions are available at: https://snohomishcd.org/employment.

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