CONSERVATION AIDE

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position exists in the Cortland County Soil and Water Conservation District and performs a variety of technical duties related to the establishment of conservation practices concerning land and water on public and private properties. Employees in this class are expected to assist directly in various projects such as engineering surveys, collecting water samples and data, and assisting with informational/educational activities related to natural resource conservation. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the District Manager. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Engineering surveys for soil and water conservation practices;

Reducing and plotting survey notes;

Collecting water samples and other monitoring data;

Supporting Agricultural Environmental Management by completing risk assessments and inventories, compiling resource data and maps, performing field crop scouting, and developing plans;

Information/education activities related to natural resource conservation and other public outreach programs as assigned.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of natural resource conservation; Knowledge of agricultural operations and practices;

Ability to compile data and prepare written documents; Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills; Ability to get along good with others; Manual dexterity;

Mechanical aptitude; Accuracy; Reliability; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

A. Graduation from high school or possession of a NYS equivalency diploma.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a NYS Driver’s License.