Employment Opportunities
Caring For Our Watersheds Spring Intern
Seasonal Intern/Coop Position
Unclassified/Temporary
Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District has one temporary position available. This position is for 15-20 hrs/week for a maximum of 360 hours. Position date between January 6 - May 8, 2020 (flexible start and end date). This position must be part of the student’s co-op/internship class in which students are currently enrolled.
Duties Include:
Help high school students develop ideas and give feedback on proposals as part of the Caring For
Our Watersheds competition
Assist in judging proposals and inputting judges’ scores & comments into spreadsheet
Data entry for major projects
Work with outside organizations to collaborate, mentor & plan projects with students
Assist in planning final competition (4/25/20) at Cincinnati Zoo with over 100 attendees
Assist in presenting watershed programs to high school students
Other duties as assigned
Skill required:
Currently taking coursework to attain an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education,
environmental sciences, engineering, planning or another related field. This experience
must be credited as co-op or work experience by current advisor or professor
Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office - particularly Microsoft Excel
Excellent organization skills and ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
Ability to communicate in a professional, accurate and energetic manner to a variety of audiences
A direct working knowledge of watersheds and how humans can impact them
A direct working knowledge of conservation issues as they apply to soil & water
Knowledge of the USEPA - NPDES Phase II Storm Water Regulations preferred
Work well within a team: respect and support initiative of others; communicate in a timely and
candid manner with team members and supervisors
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs
Be available on some weekends and evenings, including Saturday 4/25/20
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
Transcripts, writing samples and class schedule should be provided upon request.
Hourly salary - $12.00. Deadline for application - November 1, 2019.
Send resume, cover letter and three references to:
Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District
Attn: Gwen Z Roth, Education Specialist
1325 E Kemper Road #115, Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
513.772.7645
gwen.roth@hamilton-co.org
https://education.hcswcd.org/
For more information about the Caring For Our Watersheds contest, please go to http://caringforourwatersheds.com/
Seasonal Intern/Coop Position
Unclassified/Temporary
Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District has one temporary position available. This position is for 15-20 hrs/week for a maximum of 360 hours. Position date between January 6 - May 8, 2020 (flexible start and end date). This position must be part of the student’s co-op/internship class in which students are currently enrolled.
Duties Include:
Help high school students develop ideas and give feedback on proposals as part of the Caring For
Our Watersheds competition
Assist in judging proposals and inputting judges’ scores & comments into spreadsheet
Data entry for major projects
Work with outside organizations to collaborate, mentor & plan projects with students
Assist in planning final competition (4/25/20) at Cincinnati Zoo with over 100 attendees
Assist in presenting watershed programs to high school students
Other duties as assigned
Skill required:
Currently taking coursework to attain an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education,
environmental sciences, engineering, planning or another related field. This experience
must be credited as co-op or work experience by current advisor or professor
Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office - particularly Microsoft Excel
Excellent organization skills and ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
Ability to communicate in a professional, accurate and energetic manner to a variety of audiences
A direct working knowledge of watersheds and how humans can impact them
A direct working knowledge of conservation issues as they apply to soil & water
Knowledge of the USEPA - NPDES Phase II Storm Water Regulations preferred
Work well within a team: respect and support initiative of others; communicate in a timely and
candid manner with team members and supervisors
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs
Be available on some weekends and evenings, including Saturday 4/25/20
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
Transcripts, writing samples and class schedule should be provided upon request.
Hourly salary - $12.00. Deadline for application - November 1, 2019.
Send resume, cover letter and three references to:
Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District
Attn: Gwen Z Roth, Education Specialist
1325 E Kemper Road #115, Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
513.772.7645
gwen.roth@hamilton-co.org
https://education.hcswcd.org/
For more information about the Caring For Our Watersheds contest, please go to http://caringforourwatersheds.com/
Executive Director (2030-92)
Deadline to Apply:
December 1, 2019
Work Location:
Kemper Pond Office Park
1325 East Kemper Road, Suite 115
Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
Work Hours:
Full-time/ 80 hours bi-weekly, infrequent overnight travel; occasional evening and weekend work
Starting Salary Range:
$71,095 to $92,000 annually; commensurate with qualifications and experience
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Summary of Job Duties:
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Deadline to Apply:
December 1, 2019
Work Location:
Kemper Pond Office Park
1325 East Kemper Road, Suite 115
Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
Work Hours:
Full-time/ 80 hours bi-weekly, infrequent overnight travel; occasional evening and weekend work
Starting Salary Range:
$71,095 to $92,000 annually; commensurate with qualifications and experience
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Administration, Education or other field related to soil and water
- Experience in a leadership or program management role with budgeting, fund development, grant and financial management, and natural resource management
- Experience with non-profit organizations, government, and human resources
- Strong ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures
- Excellent writing and public speaking skills and media relations skills
- Basic computer skills
- Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Administration, Education, or other field related to soil and water
- Successful experience as a manager in the nonprofit, governmental, or private sectors
- Commitment to continuous professional development and organizational innovation
Summary of Job Duties:
- Responds to direction from a five-member Board of Supervisors elected by Hamilton County residents and landowners, and to the guidance and assistance of the Division of Soil and Water Conservation, Ohio Department of Agriculture.
- Oversees Soil and Water Conservation District staff, ensures appropriate training and evaluates and encourages their performance.
- Oversees the Soil and Water Conservation District budget, and develops the annual budget in consultation with the County Budget Department and the Hamilton County Storm Water District.
- Communicates with state and local legislators to ensure sufficient funding for conservation programs.
- Serves as the District’s Agriculture Pollution Abatement Enforcement Official as required by ORC 901 and as the Enforcement Official for the District Earthwork Program.
- Provides leadership for educational and information programs and technical assistance on agriculture and soils.
- Attends meetings during and after regular working hours within and outside the District as directed by the Board.
- Assists the Board in preparing an annual plan of work, long range plan of work and annual report.
- Keeps necessary records and makes reports as needed.
Click here to apply