SOURCE WATER PROTECTION SPECIALIST
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SOURCE WATER PROTECTION SPECIALISTNorth Platte Natural Resources DistrictThe North Platte Natural Resources District (NPNRD) located in Scottsbluff, through partnership with the South Platte Natural Resources District (SPNRD) located in Sidney and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), is accepting applications for a Source Water Protection Specialist. Primary duties include working with producers, agri-business dealers, community leaders, water operators and community residents to provide information, education and technical assistance as it relates to water quantity and quality best management practices, primarily in source water protection areas, developing field inventories, conservation plans and program agreements, and coordinating, presenting or participating in public outreach meetings, events or trainings. Applicant must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and be efficient with Microsoft Office products. A Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Soil Science or a Related field is preferred, but a minimum of 5 years' works experience in one or more of these areas is required. Other requirements include a valid Nebraska driver license, the ability to achieve a Natural Resources Ground Water Technician License and Chemigation Applicator License, the ability to lift at least 25 pounds and ability to operate tools, machinery and equipment. This job will require travel between the NPNRD, which covers Scottsbluff, Morrill, Garden, Banner and part of Sioux County, and the SPNRD, which covers Deuel, Kimball and Cheyenne County. The primary office location for this position will be Bridgeport, Nebraska. Salary will be based on experience. Benefits available include medical, dental and vision insurance for self and dependents, flexible spending accounts, generous retirement contributions, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays and flexible schedules. Additional details regarding the position can be found at www.npnrd.org.If interested, please submit a cover letter, resume and references to the North Platte NRD, via mail or hand delivery to 100547 Airport Road, Scottsbluff, NE 69361, via email to ...@npnrd.org, or online at npnrd.bamboohr.com/careers. Applications will be accepted through November 22, 2024. EOE.recblid com4qnzbumn6hs3m3wz9hpvasty43e