King CD Riparian Habitat Stewardship Program Assistant

This position serves as an entry-level technical member of a team of conservation professionals at King Conservation District (KCD), a county-wide, natural resource management special purpose district. This position involves labor-intensive, multi-faceted duties that require an elevated level of motivation, versatility, and independence. The individual holding this position primarily provides field-based support for the implementation of riparian buffer enhancement projects associated with KCD Riparian Stewardship Programs.

Other duties associated with this position include:

This position works in the field approximately 75% of the time. The individual holding this position must be flexible in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, and possess confidence in executing field tasks independently under variable and physically challenging conditions.

Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position:
This position will start at the hiring Grade of 22, Step 1, currently at $51,426.25 annually. After passing a successful 6-month probation, candidates will automatically move to step 2 within the salary band.

Benefits:
The District offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation and holidays, medical and dental, a nominal life insurance policy with the option to increase coverage at employee’s expense, support for trainings, and participation in the State of Washington Retirement System (PERS).

Work Schedule:
Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday work schedule. Some weekend and evening work is occasionally required.

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please apply by emailing HR with the following materials:
1. A resume.
2. A cover letter, describing as specifically as you can how your experience, skills, and values are a fit with King Conservation District’s goals and mission as described in this announcement.
3. A brief personal equity statement, describing your skills and experience engaging with issues involving diversity, racial equity and inclusion in organizations. This statement should not exceed 300 words.

Final date to receive applications has been extended to January 19, 2025.