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Company Name : CENTRAL UTAH WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Location : Orem, UT 84097
Position : Conservation Assistant

Job Description : JOB TITLE: Conservation AssistantREPORTS TO: Conservation Programs CoordinatorSTATUS: Non-ExemptJOB SUMMARY: This seasonal position is responsible for helping implement water conservation programs by processing rebates, measuring landscapes, consulting with homeowners, and providing assistance for classes and other events.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Academic background and/or experience in Conservation, Communications, Environmental Science, Horticulture, Landscape Management, Plant Science, or related field.Valid driver’s license required.WAGE/BENEFITS: $15.00-$20.00 per hourHOURS: Part-time or full-time positions and paid internships available from spring to fall. Some evenings and Saturdays may be required.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Facilitate landscape incentive programs and travel to various properties throughout the District’s service area to measure landscapes and verify that they qualify for specific conservation programs.2. Processes rebates for smart irrigation controllers and low-flow toilets; consults with members of the public about the rebate programs.3. Consults with homeowners about water conservation and water-efficient landscape principles according to training from the District; refers the public to other conservation materials and programs.4. Helps organize, set up, carry out, and take down for District events and classes.MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Performs other related duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTS: Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret appropriate and applicable data.Ability to apply sound, creative problem-solving techniques to resolve difficult program issues and problems.Ability to perform basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and geometry.Ability to understand and apply basic conservation methods and techniques.Ability to communicate with others and develop group and/or personalized instruction adapted to the comprehension of the group or individual.Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, the public and other private and public sector organizations.Ability to courteously deal with staff, the public, and others in answering questions and assisting with classes and events.Ability to apply basic understanding of gardening techniques, water-efficient plant species and landscape water conservation.Ability to apply basic knowledge of horticulture principles, plant identification skills and irrigation design (emphasis on water-efficient landscaping practices) in the maintenance and communication of conservation programs and activities.Ability to work a minimum of 24 hours per week or more (determined in hiring process); to be punctual; to work some evenings and weekends.Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.Ability to stoop, bend, turn at the waist to perform various activities.Ability to identify and distinguish colors; to exercise vision clarity at 20 feet or more and 20 inches or less.Ability to frequently work in warm temperatures outside during the summer months; to routinely be subject to temperatures above 90 degrees and periodically to temperatures above 100 degrees.PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTS: A pre-employment drug screen, physical examination and criminal background check are required.SELECTION: A CUWCD selection committee will select the final candidates based on the interview and the above test results.APPLICATIONS: Employment application forms can be found at https://cuwcd.com/employment.htm. Application forms must be filled out online.Contact information about this position or the application process:Savannah PetersonConservation Programs Coordinator801-226-7151Resumes alone do not constitute application for employment. Incomplete applications will not be considered for employment.CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted until positions are filledSTART DATE: Flexible; Spring 2022 preferredCENTRAL UTAH WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERRecruitment is open to all persons who meet position requirements regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status or current military status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, TemporaryPay: $15.00 – $20.00 per hourSchedule:8 hour shiftWork Location: One location

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