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The Grant County’s Conservation, Sanitation, and Zoning Department is recruiting for a Soil Conservationist. This position will implement soil and water conservation programs and policies, including but not limited to the Farmland Preservation Program, Agricultural Enterprise Areas, Nutrient Management Planning and NR151. They will provide planning, technical assistance and outreach related to conservation practices, with priorities guided by the County’s Land & Water Resource Management Plan. This position is also responsible to assist the active Farmer Led Watershed Councils of the County. See link above for details.

Pheasants Forever is excited to announce an Agronomy & Wildlife Specialist position. We're seeking a candidate who is motivated to build working relationships with farmers, associated agriculture advisors and consultants, and conservation partners in the Fox Wolf Watershed to prepare farm management plans that integrate conservation, agriculture, technology, and economics. Application is open until filled. To apply: Please combine a cover, resume, and three (3) references, as a single Word document or PDF file before uploading to the “Resume” area of your internal or external application on our recruitment website.
Internal applicants: please log into ADP and click on Myself > Talent > Career Center
External applicants: please apply online at www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs

The Portage County Planning & Zoning department is hiring a full-time Water Resource Specialist to join the team! See link above for details. Open until filled.

Golden Sands RC&D Council, Inc. is now hiring for the field season. Full-time and part-time summer positions at lakes throughout Central Wisconsin, including: Taylor County - Forest Stewardship LTE, full-time seasonal; Clark County; Forest Stewardship LTE, full-time seasonal; Silver Lake (Waushara Co) - watercraft inspector, part-time seasonal; Pearl Lake (Waushara Co) - watercraft inspector, part-time seasonal; Lake Helen (Portage Co) - watercraft inspector, part-time seasonal; Waupaca Chain O' Lakes (Waupaca Co) - watercraft inspector, part-time seasonal. These positions are excellent entry-level positions for a career in natural resources. See link above.

The FSR Project is our NRCS-funded pilot program to design a model for rewarding farms that meet clear farm-wide sustainability performance benchmarks on a voluntary basis. Full position details and how to apply at https://wigreenfire.org/employment.

FSR Project Coordinator (full time). The Project Coordinator will play a key role guiding, coordinating, and implementing the FSR Project. This is a full-time salaried position with funding available through December 2025. The salary range is $55,000 - $75,000. Extension of employment beyond two years is possible and WGF intends for this position to evolve into other related project opportunities. We will begin reviewing applications April 1, 2024. This position will be open until filled.

The Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (“Commission”), the nationally regarded regional planning agency for the seven county greater Milwaukee area, and the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the five urbanized areas within southeastern Wisconsin, is seeking applicants for a part-time Biologist / Natural Resources Technician. Position is anticipated to work up to 40 hours per week from May through August 2024. Position open until filled.

Goodhue Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCD) are seeking two skilled applicants to fill two different job postings: Natural Resource Specialist and Conservation Technician. See link above for details.

Position performs professional level engineering responsibilities of review, research, development, design, planning, construction, and approval for conservation best management practices as well as storm water management and erosion control plans for new development in Eau Claire County. Position provides technical support to the Eau Claire County Land Conservation Commission and technical advice and assistance to area property owners, organizations, and governmental units regarding soil and water conservation practices.

Sauk County Land Resources and Environment Department is hiring a Conservation Educator. This person will coordinate the outreach and education efforts of the LRE Department including organizing field days and workshops and conducting K-12 conservation education programming. This person will also create and distribute information materials including event flyers and brochures and manage email marketing campaigns and the LRE department’s website and social media presence. Another important aspect of this position is working with our local producer led watershed group, the Sauk Soil and Water Improvement Group (SSWIG). We had a wage and compensation study completed in 2023 ensuring that our wages are competitive. Please see the job posting for more information. The deadline to apply is April 28^th!

UW-Madison's Division of Extension is hiring a Data Specialist who will work with UW faculty and Extension educators to strengthen field trial design and provide data analysis support for applied field research projects. View link above for details and apply by May 2.

The Department of Natural Resources is hiring a Water Quality Planning and Climate Resilience Specialist in the Water Resources Management Specialist - Advanced classification within the Division of Environmental Management. This position is located in Central Office, Madison. There is an opportunity to telework for up to 60% of the workweek dependent on work needs and performance. This posting may be used to fill future similar vacancies. This is a Project position that will be expected to end on January 31, 2027. Project positions are eligible for benefits including health insurance, but the incumbent does not attain permanent civil service status. The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. central standard time Monday, May 6, 2024.