Lake Superior Watersheds Conservation Specialist

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in natural resource management, environmental studies, conservation, biology, or related field.
• Minimum of two years experience in the natural resource, conservation, or water quality field.
• Prior project management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Understanding of conservation best management practices, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control.
• Ability to prioritize efforts, delegate tasks, and efficiently manage time.
• Ability to work with landowners and people from other organizations, agencies, and groups in a professional manner.
• Ability to obtain NRCS JAA and other certifications related to Lake SWCD work.
• Exemplary written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Provide direct support to landowners by conducting site visits to address natural resource concerns.
• Assist landowners by providing site specific recommendations and resources on best management practices (BMPs) to address natural resource protection and restoration goals.
• Collaborate with organizations, governmental agencies, and groups.
• Represent the District in committees and groups on activities related to conservation, soil health, climate, water quality, watershed planning, stormwater, watershed resiliency, and others as requested.
• Obtain and maintain education on design standards and best management practices for natural resource related project implementation through NRCS JAA.
• Write state and federal grants to enhance and support conservation work in the Lake Superior North and South Watersheds of Lake County.
• Implement Lake SWCD grant program according to work plans, grant contract, and budget.
• Prepare and submit required reporting and financial documents to grant funders.

Applicants selected for appointment must pass a criminal background check.

Applicants must meet essential physical requirements of the position, including ability to perform site inspections and monitoring in various terrain which may involve hiking, boating, paddling, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds.

All new employees must complete and sign employment eligibility verification form on the first day of employment. Documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility must be submitted within three days of the first day of employment.

Lake SWCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex, age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, genetic information, or any other protected classification. Applications will be accepted until July 10, 2026 at 4:30 P.M. We reserve the right to re-post the position if needed.