Deadline for all submissions is May 29, 2026
QUALIFICATIONS: Associates or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Resource Management, Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Conservation Management or a related field or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position requires a valid Pennsylvania driver's license with no restrictions, background check and satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. The deadline for submissions May 29, 2026
SALARY: $ 43,710.00 (Grade K)
Job Description:
Summary: This position is the primary focal point for two conservation initiatives: Pennsylvania's Chesapeake Bay Program and Pennsylvania's Nutrient Management (Act 38) program. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) pledged to annually inspect 10 percent of Pennsylvania's farms to ensure they comply with erosion and sedimentation control as well as manure management regulations. Additionally, all animal operations in Pennsylvania that generate or land apply manure, regardless of scale, are required to have one of two @types of plans: Chapter 91 Manure Management Plan or Act 38 Nutrient Management Plan. These plans document nutrient sources, whether through generation, storage, treatment, transfer, or land application, and aim to keep them separate from clean water resources to protect local and regional water quality. Conservation District agricultural staff administer those programs at the County level.
As part of their duties, Conservation District agricultural staff carry out farm inspections and provide both technical and financial assistance for farmers as they develop erosion and sedimentation and manure management plans and implement best management practices that keep soil and nutrients on the farm. These efforts not only maintain the productivity of the farm but also protect drinking water and recreational activities such as fishing by keeping these pollutants out of our streams.
The purpose of this position is to administer conservation programs such as Chapter 93 Nutrient Management Regulations, Chapter 91 Manure Management Rules, Chapter 102 Agricultural Erosion and Sediment Control Plans and federal Conservation Planning requirements. This is accomplished through writing and reviewing plans, providing technical assistance on best management practice design and installation, and offering instructional/education training programs to various audiences. The goal is to improve soil health, water quality, and reduce non-point source pollution to local waters and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay. The work is performed under the direction of the Conservation District Manager for time reporting, trainings and financial needs. Program and project work is under the direction of the Deputy District Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Administers the Chesapeake Bay Farm Program which includes: conducting state required farm visits or inspections; reviewing and providing plan development assistance for Agriculture Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (Chapter 102), and Manure Management Plans (Chapter 91); recommending agricultural best management practices; conducting plan reviews, field visits, and complaint investigations; coordinating compliance actions; tracking program participant information; and submitting quarterly and monthly activity reports.
Administers the State Nutrient Management Program (Act 38) including, plan reviews, field visits, complaint investigations, coordination of compliance actions, public education, tracking program participant information, and submitting quarterly and monthly activity reports.
Performs routine soil testing to include: soil sampling (using test kits), soil compaction testing, water infiltration rate and pH testing. Also promotes the use of cover cropping and no-till technology as a means to improve soil health.
Provides various forms of educational outreach, including, site visits, newsletters, and workshops to promote agricultural compliance with federal, state and local laws.
Writes grants to obtain grant funding for agricultural landowners and operators to correct their natural resource problems. Provide information on financial resources (grants, loans, and cost-share) available to assist agricultural producers and landowners in the installation of practices.
During active grant projects - prepares schedules and estimates costs for agricultural construction projects; coordinates bidding procedures; surveys future construction sites; inspects projects as construction occurs as assigned in the Quality Assurance Plan; logs construction activities; photographs and records job sites; details segments of construction; verifies installation as-builts.
Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP), County Watershed Implementation Plan, Agricultural Count and County Action Plan to minimize sediment and nutrient pollution.
Provides natural resource technical assistance pertaining to District agriculture programs and services.
Assists District staff with cover crop and soil health demonstration plots located on the District's property. These plots are used to demonstrate soil health and conservation by mimicking real farm practices. The plots help to educate farmers, the public and agricultural staff at the District.
Assists with the promotion of soil health and sustainable farming principles as they relate to water and soil conservation. Collaborates with a variety of resource agencies including the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Stroud Water Research Center, Watershed Associations, local famers, and others to share ideas and increase adoption of these conservation principles within the County.
More . . . See full job description available online at www.clintoncountypa.gov
How to apply: Additional steps are required. Interested and qualified candidates, please click on "Apply Now," then proceed through screens to this employer's special instructions. You are required to submit cover letter, application and resume to the employer's designated contact person. Contact name/s, address and email will be provided in special instructions. Deadline for all submissions is May 29, 2026. Applications and job descriptions are available online at www.clintoncountypa.gov. To print copies of job description and application, stop by PA CareerLink, 8 North Grove Street, Suite C, Lock Haven, PA.
