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:

• 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;
• Construct rain gardens on public and private property, including preparing site;
• 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."

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Position Summary

The Resource Conservation Technician’s primary purpose is to assist Conservation Coordinators and Planners in the implementation of conservation practices. The majority of this work focuses on riparian buffer restoration projects and installing in-stream bio-engineered structures. This position serves as an integral member of a team of conservation professionals. The position is primarily in the field and will work on completing fieldwork (planting, controlling weeds, installing in-stream structures, mowing, and watering) and assisting other staff in carrying out miscellaneous grant or contract-related tasks as part of the Palouse Conservation District’s annual plan of work. This position is a member of the District’s team of natural resource conservation professionals working together to enhance and protect natural resources within the District.

Required Qualifications

• Technical Degree (AS/AA) in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences or closely related field. Qualifying experience may substitute year-for-year for the education requirement.
• Six (6) months of previous experience working as a field crew member.
• Physically able to perform field activities for extended periods of time.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organization skills.
• Experience in operation and maintenance of field tools (i.e. chain saws, brush cutters, power tools).
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• Washington Herbicide Applicators license, or ability to obtain within the first month of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences or a related field.
• Experience with Arc GIS and other mapping software.
• Experience with data collection and management.
• Experience planting native trees and shrubs.
• Experience mechanically or chemically controlling invasive weeds."

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20 hours/week and based in Friday Harbor, San Juan Island.

This position supports the District’s financial operations, including bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, financial reporting, and audit preparation—all while helping an organization dedicated to conservation and the sustainable management of San Juan County’s natural resources.

Application deadline: Friday,September 25. Position open until filled.

• Promote the organization, role, mission, goals, and programs of the Conservation District as identified in SYCD’s annual and 5-year plans and following RCW 89.08.
• Undergo training to become a Certified Conservation Planner (Level 3 Conservation Planner) or higher as well as to advance knowledge of local and statewide natural resources. Training settings include classroom, online, field, and on-the-job training.
• Assist in developing and writing conservation plans, such as nutrient management plans, irrigation water management plans, farm plans and all habitat enhancement or rehabilitation plans as projects develop, etc.
• Assist district staff and partners in promoting cost-share assistance programs.
• Lead, work with stakeholders and field crews in performing activities such as soil sampling, planting, monitoring, etc.
• Organize and plan education and outreach activities with staff and other agencies for landowners and the community such as field days, demonstrations, presentations, workshops, etc.
• Attend monthly Board Meetings and provide a verbal progress report to the Board of Supervisors as needed.
• Attend other regular meetings related to district programs.
• Participate in committees and in special groups as assigned.
• Know and comply with all District Personnel Policies.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the District Manager.

The individual holding this position is and is a member of the Food & Farm team responsible for operating KCD’s Community Agriculture Program. This includes building and maintaining strong partnerships with community gardens and partners across King County, providing technical assistance, facilitating trainings, planning and executing events, helping to plan and establish new gardens, and coordinating the distribution of resources to gardens. In all these program areas, the Program Coordinator incorporates equity best practices.

Work is usually varied with some complexity, routinely applying advanced principles and concepts in day-to-day work. Actions are typically short and mid-term, focused on what and how.  May help leadership to plan program goals and objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build and strengthen partnerships with community-based agriculture projects and facilitate the county-wide network of community garden leaders. Tasks may include managing the distribution of the monthly Community Agriculture Newsletter, planning and convening regular meetings of community garden leaders, updating and distributing a Community Agriculture Map, and others as needed.
• Manage the “Seed Money” grant program to support the implementation of best management practices at existing gardens and the creation of new community gardens.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to community gardens related to project planning and natural resource stewardship, including soil health and contamination.
• Coordinate the distribution of resources to support garden partners including cover crop seeds, compost, culturally relevant plant starts, and others as needed.
• Track Community Agriculture Program metrics and budget throughout the year and maintain all program records. Record program processes and workflows and strive to improve systems and programming. Seek feedback from partners and colleagues.
• Engage in racial equity work at KCD and identify and implement ways in which the Community Agriculture Program can better serve the diverse community of King County.
• Work collaboratively with the Farm Team and other teams on natural resources issues.
• Collaborate with the Education Team to provide relevant education opportunities and/or tours for community agriculture partners.
• Contribute to KCD’s engagement efforts by creating content for newsletters, website posts, social media posts, and participating in in-person outreach events to promote and share about the Community Agriculture Program.
• Participate and contribute to the ongoing diversity, equity and inclusion work at KCD and incorporate learned practices and skills to all aspects of job duties.
• Strengthen partnerships with non-profits, agencies, and community groups. Participate in public meetings, work groups, and partner events as assigned to advance the mission of the Community Agriculture Program.
• Work under tight deadlines and manage conflicting demands while successfully operating in a dynamic work environment.

Field Crew MemberThe Mason Conservation District is seeking to fill at least one Field Crew Member position to join our team. The Field Crew Member position supports the District’s mission by performing various duties to implement and maintain habitat restoration projects.The successful candidate will have prior proven ability to work efficiently and effectively on a team to implement restoration activities including planting, maintenance of planting sites using power tools, and treatment of invasive plants with the use of herbicides.  This position is supervised by the Habitat Restoration Crew Lead.

The Finance and Administration Specialist will be responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll, submitting payroll tax deposit payments, preparing Federal and State quarterly and annual payroll tax reports and W2s; entering and processing all accounts payable, employee reimbursement requests and credit card transactions; preparation of annual 1099 reporting; collaborating with program managers for recruitments and onboarding; and assisting with the preparation of monthly and quarterly grant payment requests for Federal, State, and Local grant contracts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Public Administration or closely related field; OR Associate’s degree in Business, Accounting, Public Administration and 2-years of related experience.  
• Two (2) years of progressive responsibility in accounting or full-charge bookkeeping, personnel management or supervision, agency administration or similar work.
• Experience processing payroll, payroll tax reporting, and processing accounts payables.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of progressive responsibility in accounting or full-charge bookkeeping, personnel management or supervision; agency administration or similar work.
• Previous experience with Federal and State of WA grant reporting and payment requests.
• Experience with Springbrook Express/BIAS, Payroll Administration, QuickBooks, Publisher, Microsoft PowerPoint, Smartsheet, and Access.

This will be a full-time, hourly position.  The primary responsibility is to implement the financial operations for the District. This includes payroll functions, accounts receivable/payable, vouchering to grantors, assisting with audits and maintaining financial records.  Starting compensation will be $20.00 to $25.00 per hour DOQ/DOE plus a competitive benefit package. (Wage Range 3)

Job description and ACCD application instructions are available on our website at www.asotincd.org.

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The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD) is seeking an innovative, collaborative, and community-minded individual to serve as our newly established Outreach and Communications Coordinator, leading and strengthening the District's public engagement and communications efforts. This position offers a unique opportunity to connect people with the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources by developing compelling communications, marketing strategies, and fostering meaningful partnerships to expand awareness of the District's mission, programs, and impact throughout Clackamas County.

The deadline for receiving applications is 4 pm PST, August 31, 2026.

For questions regarding the position, please contact Christopher Lapp, District Manager. Phone: 503-210-6001

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