COLUMBIA SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Field Technician Job Announcement
(Non-Exempt)
Field Technician Position Announcement

General Summary
The Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District (District) in St. Helens, Oregon, has an immediate need for a Field Technician. The person in this position will provide technical assistance to Columbia County residents and land managers and assist with outreach duties, such as tabling at local events. This position will support District field staff and partners with field and project work, including, but not limited to, surveying, data collection, photography, project file maintenance, and reporting related to grants and active projects. Candidates for this position are expected to communicate professionally and respectfully with all people regardless of personal differences or personality; be comfortable engaging with the public in person and on the phone; and conduct themselves in a professional and friendly manner at all times when interacting with the public, partners, and others.
This is a 40-hour per week non-exempt position. Work days and hours will normally be 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, but these may vary depending on the need to attend night and early-morning meetings. The salary range for this position is $48,000 – $67,000.

The Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District is a local, governmental agency that operates as a special district of Oregon. The District is run by a board of locally-elected directors, and receives funding primarily through a permanent tax rate, state and federal grants. The District staff provides information, technical assistance, and education to property owners regarding soil and water issues on their land and helps to promote the proper and responsible use of natural resources in Columbia County. The District has no regulatory authority and works with landowners on a strictly voluntary basis.

The Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.