Okanogan CD Agricultural Lead Position
Position Description
Okanogan CD is seeking a highly goal-oriented, organized, and skilled individual to join the district as an Agriculture Lead. This position is responsible for implementing agricultural conservation projects throughout Okanogan County.
Current priority projects include:
- Implement custom natural resource conservation plans in collaboration with agricultural cooperators, primarily in the shrub-steppe environment.
- Write and implement the Okanogan County Drought Preparedness Plan and support collaborative efforts for drought mitigation.
- Manage water bank operations.
- Develop project plans, delegate tasks, and oversee team workflows to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
The Agriculture Lead oversees the water resources, agriculture, and range program areas at the district. Duties include the coordination of agriculture programs to improve land and water management and promote long-term resource sustainability. This role manages water bank operations and supports water availability planning, including drought mitigation efforts, while ensuring compliance with water rights requirements. Serving as a subject matter expert, the Agriculture Lead advises and supports landowners in implementing best management practices to enhance land and water use. The lead works collaboratively with district staff and funding agencies to provide technical assistance and guidance to landowners, stakeholders, and partners on agricultural and rangeland grazing conservation practices. This position also provides project-based support and collaborates with other district employees.
Additionally, the Agriculture Lead directly supervises the Water Resources Planner, Agriculture Planner, and Range Planner, mentoring and supporting their development while delegating tasks effectively.
Compensation
The annual salary for this FLSA-Exempt position starts at $80,820 (Range 66, Step A), depending on education and/or experience. This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Holiday, Vacation, Sick, and Overtime/Compensatory Leave
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
Details regarding compensation and benefits are outlined in the appointment letter and are subject to
district policies. Terms may be amended at any time by the Board of Supervisors.
Application Information
This position is open until filled. First review March 16, 2026, 3:30 PM and interviews March 20, 2026.
Detailed position descriptions are available on the district website at www.okanogancd.org/news.
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and three references (at least two of which are professional) through our online application website at https://tinyurl.com/OCDApplications.
Or by mail to:
Okanogan Conservation District
1251 2nd Ave. South, Room 102
Okanogan, WA 98840