Community Conservation Field Crew Lead

Salary: $27.69 - $30.30 Hourly
Location : Snohomish County - Other, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2023-SCD CCFCL
Department: Snohomish Conservation District
Opening Date: 11/28/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Terms: Regular full-time position (40hrs/week), with benefits. Overtime eligible.
Hiring Wage Range: $27.69 - $30.30 per hour
Job Classification and Range: Field Crew Lead, Range 6
Base Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, including 30-minute on-site lunch break (Certain projects may require slightly different hours on these days. This will be determined at least 2 weeks in advance and there is some flexibility.)
Application Process
To apply for this position, please submit the following materials via our website at :

• Cover letter stating why you are interested in this position
• CV or resume detailing your related experience

Position Summary:
The Community Conservation Field Crew Lead will assist in the implementation of the District's activities to address a wide variety of resource concerns in the urban, rural, and residential areas of Snohomish County and Camano Island. This position leads a crew in implementing green stormwater solutions, habitat restoration projects, wildfire resilience projects, and agricultural BMPs. This position reports to the Community Conservation Department Manager.
About the Snohomish Conservation District
One of 45 Conservation Districts in the State of Washington, the Snohomish Conservation District is a leader among peers with robust programs encompassing agricultural resilience, habitat restoration, urban stormwater, farm planning, youth education, community engagement and more. The District works with farmers, residents, and landowners on a collaborative and voluntary basis throughout our service area that includes Snohomish County and Camano Island. We take the mission of the District to heart - "work cooperatively with others to promote and encourage conservation and responsible use of natural resources" - as we implement successful and innovative projects.
Duties
Essential Duties
These are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Typical work includes:

• Lead a Field Crew to construct rain gardens and other green stormwater infrastructure, habitat restoration, wildfire resilience, and agricultural BMP projects on private and public properties.
• Coordinate project logistics with CC Department Manager and Project Manager, including scheduling, equipment rental, materials purchase, project logistics, and task assignment.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Outreach staff on project deliverables.
• Provide logistical leadership and problem solving on project sites to meet project deliverables.
• Daily transportation of crew members, equipment, and materials to and from job sites.
• Provide on-site technical assistance and professional advice on stormwater management practices, wildfire resilience and defensible space, native plant landscaping, and urban agriculture.
• Assist in the coordination and presentation of workshops and events, with occasional participation on weekends and evenings.
• Ensure all safety protocols are adhered to at all work sites.
• Ensure administrative tasks such as the CC crew production log, timesheets, and visa tracking are completed accurately and on time by crew members.
• Provide oversight to crew members to ensure completion of assigned tasks.
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in a related position and ability to demonstrate competency in some or all of the skill areas needed for the responsibilities of this position.
• Advanced understanding of and experience with planning and construction of green stormwater infrastructure projects such as rain gardens and bioswales and rain catchment systems.
• Familiarity and experience with landscape design concepts, wildfire resilience, and urban agriculture and a willingness to expand those skills if necessary.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in construction, landscaping, habitat restoration or other similar work.
• A Bachelor's degree in a compatible field of study (alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered).
• Crew management skills.
• Basic knowledge of drainage and water conveyance principles.
• Ability to motivate individuals to adopt and implement resource management practices on their property, which may include speaking in front of public groups, organizations, or clubs.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Flexibility and willingness to take on multiple projects.
• Ability to organize and schedule.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely to and from the field.
• Experience with heavy equipment, power tools and trailers.
• Experience leading a crew to perform time-sensitive projects.
• Field training experience. Must be able to properly train crew members on heavy equipment, construction safety, District BMPs.
• Familiarity with construction safety practices.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in independently providing technical assistance.
• Familiarity with plant identification.
• Certification in pesticide and herbicide application.
• Experience speaking to landowners and other members of the public about projects and their purpose.
• Conversational Spanish language fluency.

Training
Training required to perform the essential functions/duties is provided and may include the opportunity for additional trainings and certifications to aid in professional development and job training.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
This position requires the ability to:

• Carry out heavy manual labor in all weather conditions and on uneven, rocky, or rough ground;
• Lift, carry, and move heavy objects up to 50 pounds;
• Walk, stand, bend, twist, squat, kneel/crawl, and reach overhead throughout the workday and for long periods of time;
• Drive a District vehicle. Must hold a valid, unrestricted Washington State driver's license (or can acquire upon hire).

Supplemental Information
Additional Position Information

• The position will start and end each day at our Lake Stevens property at scheduled times but will spend the majority of each day in the field at project locations. Most of the field work is conducted in a natural environment with rough and sometimes dangerous terrain.
• All required safety equipment (gloves, vests, hard hats, eye protection, ear protection, etc.) is provided.
• Appropriate work boots are required to be worn. The District will provide a stipend for boots and other essential fieldwork clothing.

Benefits
The District offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, including vision, insurance coverage through Washington State PEBB. The District matches employee dependent's medical premiums at 80%.
• Dental insurance coverage through Washington State PEBB for full-time employees. The District matches employee dependent's dental premiums at 100%.
• A monthly contribution to a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) plan through Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association (VEBA) for employees who have non-District medical insurance coverage.
• Life Insurance through Washington State Health Care Authority (WSHCA), with coverage paid by the District.
• Long Term Care coverage through the WA Cares Fund, with premiums paid by the District.
• Long Term Disability through WSHCA.
• Additional voluntary supplemental insurance opportunities are also available.
• Annual (vacation) leave accrued at a beginning rate of 8 hours per month, 8 hours of paid sick leave per month, and 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employer-contributed retirement program through the State of Washington Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
• All employees are covered by standard State and Federal programs, including WA Paid Family Medical Leave, Unemployment Insurance, Workers' Compensation, Social Security, and Medicare.
• Terms of compensation and benefits are set by the Board of Supervisors and may be amended at any time.

Candidates who advance in the hiring process may be requested to complete skills assessments.
If you have questions about applying or need accommodation during the application process, contact Sarah Jones at hr@snohomishcd.org or (360) 722-2679.
Applications will be reviewed beginning December 11, 2023. Position open until filled.
We strive to work in partnership with all, to provide equitable and accessible programming on a nondiscriminatory basis, and to continually improve how we do so. All programs and services of the Snohomish Conservation District are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month...