Conservation Program Assistant

Interested in joining a team where your administrative skills and experiences can help advance Vermont’s natural resource conservation and climate resiliency efforts on its farms and forests?

The Vermont Association of Conservation Districts (VACD) seeks qualified applicants for a full-time CONSERVATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT position. This position supports the work of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) by providing administrative and organizational support to NRCS staff in facilitating and advancing conservation assistance programs offered by USDA to Vermont’s farm and forest landowners. This position will be located at Middlebury, VT NRCS Field Office. The Program Assistant (PA) will work in conjunction with NRCS’ Central Zone Field Office staff to support the implementation of USDA Farm Bill conservation programs and will be responsible for accurate documentation and tracking of applications, contracts, and financial records utilizing customized software as well as communications with customers.

Excellent verbal, written, computer, and customer service skills are required. Ideal candidate will have demonstrated administrative skills and experience supporting business operations and will be well organized and able to work independently with accurate attention to detail. An Associate’s Degree is required. A Bachelor's degree with an interest in conservation is preferred. Starting salary is $21.53 per hour and includes yearly salary advances, health benefits, an employer contribution 401K plan and a generous sick, holiday and vacation leave package.

Visit www.vacd.org for detailed job description. Send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references by July 24th to: Amanda Harris at amanda.harris@vacd.org or to VACD, PO Box 889, Montpelier, VT 05601

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