Dickinson alumni Maggie Allio ’05\u00a0sent in the following job opportunity with Chester County Conservation District:<\/p>\n
\n“I noticed that the Chester County Conservation District is hiring a program manger. This is a similar position to the one I took right out of Dickinson that allowed me to create a strong network in the SEPA area and lead to my current position at the Philadelphia Water Department.<\/p>\n
http:\/\/www.paenvironmentdigest.com\/newsletter\/default.asp?NewsletterArticleID=31102<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n
Please let students know they can reach out to me if they have questions on this career trajectory.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Students can contact\u00a0Maggie at\u00a0allioml@cdmsmith.com<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
For more information on the job…\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Conservation Program Representative will provide agricultural technical assistance to neighboring conservation districts in order to conserve soil, and to protect and enhance natural resources. They will work actively with farmers to bring them into compliance with environmental regulations while providing a benefit to the landowner. They will be responsible for development and
\nreview of mushroom farm environmental management plans (MFEMP), and will assist in training new resource conservationists with MFEMPs and overseeing the college interns.<\/p>\nThe Conservation Program Representative will be responsible to grow the District’s 501(c) 3 by seeking funding through grants as well as non-traditional sources of funding. They will also provide assistance to associated watershed groups, agencies, and private\/non-profit organizations.<\/p>\n
The selected candidate will hold a BS degree in environmental science or a natural resources related field and have strong mathematical and analytical skills. It is preferred that the candidates have the following certifications; Certified Conservation Planner, Final Certified Act 38, and have USDA
\nEngineering Job Approval. The candidate must have a valid driver\u2019s license.<\/p>\nThe position requires time spent in the field on possible rough terrain. We are looking for a computer literate self-motivated team player with a great attitude and desire to succeed. Direct experience with the agricultural industry and bilingual capabilities are desired.<\/p>\n
Position Type
\nFull-Time \/ Exempt<\/p>\nSalary Information
\nSalary range available beginning at $51,475.84 annually based on education and experience.<\/p>\nShift
\n8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<\/p>\nWeekly Hours
\n40<\/p>\nDeadline
\nApplications will be accepted until position is filled.<\/p>\nOther Information
\nOriginal posting date: January 20, 2015<\/p>\n\n\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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