King CD Riparian Habitat Stewardship Program Assistant
Position Description
This position serves as an entry-level technical member of a team of conservation professionals at King Conservation District (KCD), a county-wide, natural resource management special purpose district. This position involves labor-intensive, multi-faceted duties that require an elevated level of motivation, versatility, and independence. The individual holding this position primarily provides field-based support for the implementation of riparian buffer enhancement projects associated with KCD Riparian Stewardship Programs. Other duties associated with this position include: 1) supporting the coordination of KCD-sponsored Washington Conservation Corps crews and other contractors; 2) conducting vegetation monitoring and preparing project assessment reports; 3) supporting volunteer events at KCD restoration projects and monthly Native Plant Cooperative events; and 4) providing field operations support for the Native Plant Cooperative and the annual Native Plant Sale. This position works in the field approximately 75% of the time. The individual holding this position must be flexible in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, and possess confidence in executing field tasks independently under variable and physically challenging conditions.
Compensation
Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position:
This position will start at the hiring Grade of 22, Step 1, currently at $ 51,426.25 annually. After passing a successful 6-month probation, candidates will automatically move to step 2 within the
salary band.
Benefits:
The District offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation and holidays, medical and dental, a nominal life insurance policy with the option to increase coverage at employee’s expense, support for trainings, and participation in the State of Washington Retirement System (PERS).
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday work schedule. Some weekend and evening work is occasionally required.
Office Location:
800 SW 39th Street, Suite 150, Renton, WA 98057
Application Information
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please apply by emailing HR@kingcd.org with the following materials:
1. A resume.
2. A cover letter, describing as specially as you can how your experience, skills, and values are a fit with King Conservation District’s goals and mission as described in this announcement.
3. A brief personal equity statement, describing your skills and experience engaging with issues involving diversity, racial equity and inclusion in organizations. This statement should not exceed 300 words.
Application deadline has been extended to January 19, 2025.
A full copy of the job announcement can be found here.