The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) protects and promotes Wisconsin’s agricultural industries and consumers. We strive to serve the people of Wisconsin by assuring safe, wholesome food; consumer protection and fair business practices; animal and plant health; a clean environment; and strong agriculture and commerce. The DATCP team includes people from all backgrounds and perspectives. As a state agency, our success hinges on the diverse, well qualified, dedicated staff we employ and retain.
What We’re Seeking: DATCP currently has an opening for two (2) Conservation Technicians (Environmental Services Specialist – Senior) with the Division of Agricultural Resource Management within the Bureau of Land & Water.This recruitment is for 1 project position and 1 permanent position.
The projectposition has a projected end date of October 11, 2027. Project positions are eligible for benefits including health insurance, but the incumbent does not attain permanent civil service status.
This Is a Field-based Position And Will Be Assigned a Home Headquarter. The Selected Applicant Can Select a Headquarter In One Of The Following Counties
Permanent Position: Kenosha, Walworth, Racine, Rock, Jefferson, Waukesha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, Dodge, Dane, Columbia, Marquette, Green Lake, Adams, Sauk.
When applying please select all counties in which you are willing to be headquartered.
Candidates are not required to live in a county headquarter location. However, reimbursement for commuting to or from the employee’s assigned headquarters is not provided (e.g., mileage, meals, parking, lodging, etc.). Routine travel throughout the state for assigned work is required.
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This posting may be used to fill future similar permanent, project, and/or LTE vacancies.
This position will provide technical assistance to County Land Conservation Department (LCD) staff, other conservation professionals, and landowners in support of federal, state and county programs including Soil and Water Resource Management (SWRM) grants, county land and water resource management plans and manure storage ordinances, and other Land and Water Resource Bureau (LWRB) programs and projects such as Livestock Facility Siting. This position will provide support, training, and oversight to LCD staff within an assigned multi-county area for the survey, design, installation, and approval of conservation practices for soil and water conservation and animal waste management. This position will be working under the technical direction of an engineer, and in coordination with staff from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
Environmental Services Specialist – Senior (Permanent) Full Position Description
Environmental Services Specialist– Senior (Project) Full Position Description
The classification of this position is Environmental Services Specialist - Senior, which is in schedule-range 14-14 with a starting pay of $28.84 per hour up to $35.99 per hour, commensurate with experience. This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.
DATCP does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the selected applicant being able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.
A criminal background check will be performed on the selected applicant prior to an offer of employment.
The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.
Possession of a valid driver's license, or the ability to provide one’s own transportation for work purposes, is required.
Travel is required more than approximately 50% of this position’s duties.
Ability to obtain and maintain DATCP Conservation Engineering Practitioner Certification (ATCP 50.46).
Ability to walk over uneven and/or muddy terrain, stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and climb ladders at construction/project sites is required.
Minimally Qualified Candidates Will Have Each Of The Following
Experience in preparing and/or reviewing engineering designs and construction plans
Experience in completing site investigations/data gathering for identification of resource concerns or planning/designing best management practices to address resource concerns.
Experience with construction inspection of engineering projects to ensure quality of work.
In addition, highly qualified candidates will have one or more of the following:
Experience with conservation or environmental engineering practices
Experience working with technical standards such as those developed by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) or DNR.
Experience using AutoCAD and/or GIS.
It is critically important your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated criteria. The job experts who evaluate your application materials must be able to make an accurate assessment regarding your qualifications. Applicants who do not meet at least the minimum qualifications or who do not clearly identify minimum qualifications will be ineligible to continue in the selection process.
If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID:14734 to complete your application for this posting.
DATCP is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment page on WDVA's website.
To be considered for this position, you will need to create an account (if you don’t already have one) and apply online via the “Apply for Job” button listed on the top right of this page. You will be required to upload a current resume and a letter of qualifications (also known as a cover letter) that clearly describes your qualifications and experience as they relate to the qualifications listed in this job posting. For more applicant resources, including tips on how to write a resume and letter of qualifications, click here.
Your resume and letter of qualifications will be evaluated by one or more job experts. Candidates who are deemed eligible will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process where vacancies exist, starting with those candidates who are deemed most qualified.
Please address questions regarding the application process to Jensen Peterson at Jensen.peterson@wisconsin.gov
The deadline to apply for this position is Monday, July 15, 2024, at 11:59PM.
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