To:
All Interested Parties
Subject:
Job Announcement
The Franklin County Conservation District is seeking qualified applicants for the position
of Ag Conservation Technician.
Qualified applicants must have a strong agricultural background with a good working
knowledge of crops, soils, nutrients, animal husbandry, hydrology, land use and
geography.
A Bachelor Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Natural Sciences, Environmental Science
or related subject is required. An equivalent of education, training and experience
combination may qualify at the discretion of the FCCD.
The Ag Conservation Technician will be responsible for providing direct technical
assistance and services to owners and operators of Franklin County farms. Duties include
the administration of PA’s Nutrient Management Program (Act 38) and PA’s Manure
Management Program (Chapter 91) as well as developing Ag Erosion and Sediment
Control plans for county farmers. This position requires good verbal and written
communication skills, attention to details and a good working knowledge of various
computer programs.
Position: Ag Conservation Technician
Location: Franklin County Conservation District
185 Franklin Farm Lane
Chambersburg, PA 17202
Start Date: June 8, 2015
Hours:
7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
Salary:
$30,000 + pending experience and qualifications
Contact the Franklin County Conservation District at 717-264-5499 or visit our website
at www.franklinccd.org for an application and job description.
Deadline for application and resume submission is May 20, 2015. Send application and
resume to:
Manager
Franklin County Conservation District
185 Franklin Farm Lane
Chambersburg, PA 17202