Wake County Government - Conservation Specialist - Raleigh, NC

[adinserter block="1"] Job title: Conservation Specialist Company: Wake County Government [adinserter block="1"] Job description: What You'll Be Doing The Conservation Specialist will support the District Director with all office administration and operations of the Wake Soil and Water Conservation District office. The Specialist will provide support to Natural Resource Conservationists in all aspects of both technical and office work. This position will also process all financial disbursements and procurement card services for Wake Soil and Water District. Position is responsible for compiling various fiscal reports, resolving difficult and/or complex billing issues, and ensuring compliance of fiscal policies, procedures and protocols for all expenditures. The Specialist will provide support to the Wake District Board of Supervisors by documenting and recording District Board meeting minutes, setting monthly agendas, processing District Supervisor travel reimbursements, host remote meetings, and all other requests from the District Board of Supervisors. This position will lead the planning and coordination of the annual Keeping the Farm Workshop, annual awards banquet, and the Soil and Water field day for the Resource Conservation Workshop with NC State University, and other Conservation Districts partners. The Specialist will also participate in administrative and planning duties that will involve District Business Plan, Annual Report, NC Agricultural Cost Share Strategy Plan, Annual Spot Checks, expansion budgets and attending staff meetings. The Specialist will will also support the Farmland Preservation Program. This position will maintain the Wake Soil and Water District webpages and will be responsible for creating and publishing the District's quarterly newsletter. Information and Education Responsibilities: assists in conducting Wake County Big Sweep, Envirothon, field days, and other public information activities. NOTE: A criminal background check will be conducted. About Our Team The staff of the Wake District are skilled and talented professionals with a passion for soil and water conservation. The staff is dedicated to excellent customer service. We are a purpose driven organization with goals to protect Wake County's natural resources through voluntary implementation of conservation practices, farmland preservation, delivery of environmental education and coordination of volunteer clean up events. The Basics (Required Education and Experience) Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Conservation or related field One year of experience in conservation work Equivalent education and experience are accepted Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Exceptional ability to show initiative, follow through, and accuracy in work Excellent Customer Service skills, positive attitude, willingness to take on a variety of projects to support the work of a Conservation District Experience working on budgets, taking Board minutes, processing travel reimbursements and managing multiple projects simultaneously Prior use of financial software and ability to learn other computer applications Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience working with soil and water conservation Districts, organizing and planning outreach events, working with farm or forest landowners Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) How Will We Know You're 'The One'? Organizational management and attention to details are crucial skills for this position Enthusiastic attitude toward being part of a team Must attend established work hours, evening and/or day Board Meetings, and on occasion evening, weekend, and/or overnight meeting/functions/training Experience working on budgets, purchasing, using financial software i.e. QuickBooks, OnBase and Advantage Organizational management and attention to details are crucial skills for this position Experience with Microsoft Office, computer operations, accounting, virtual meeting software, and general clerical work Ability to be respectful and care for the landowner's farm, resource problem, time and resources Familiar with producing marketing materials or designs through Adobe Express or About This Position Location: Agriculture Services Building Raleigh, NC 27610 Employment Type: Regular Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:15pm Hiring Range: $20.81 - $29.59 Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 9/14/2022 What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement What Makes Wake Great Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.57 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package. Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training. [adinserter block="1"] Expected salary: Location: Raleigh, NC [adinserter block="1"] Apply for the job now! [adinserter block="1"] Apply tot his job