Conservation Easement Field Monitor Department of Community Development Temporary, Non-Exempt
Non-Benefits Eligible, Non-VRS Eligible
Job Summary/ Objective:
The Albemarle County Conservation Easement Field Monitor is an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who is passionate about land preservation. This position requires being detail-oriented with knowledge of natural resources, conservation easements, GIS mapping, land use planning, and working in the field with landowners on conservation. This is a non-exempt, part-time temporary position and is not eligible for benefits.
Essential Functions:
- Conducts site visits to assess the condition and compliance of conservation easement properties
- Scheduling monitoring visits to rural properties in coordination with landowners and farm managers
- Carrying out field visits to rural properties to document current conditions, including recent changes to structures and land-management practices
- Communicate and collaborate with landowners, partners, and stakeholders to foster positive relationships and address any issues or concerns
- Documenting property conditions with digital photographs, GIS maps, and written reports
- Assist Planning staff to determine if current site conditions comply with the restrictions of the applicable conservation easement
- Assisting Planning staff with management of databases and report archives
Competency: Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:
- Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret topographic maps and aerial photos required.
Required Education and Experience:
- Experience with the use of computer applications such as Word processing and Excel Spreadsheets.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:
- Prefer candidates with a planning, environmental science, geography, agriculture, or related background, along with an interest in land conservation and/or environmental planning.
- Experience with ArcGIS preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Field visits require extensive walking in remote areas in varying conditions, including working farms, forests, steep mountain land, streams, and wetlands
- This is a non-exempt and part-time temporary position that is not eligible for benefits. This position also does not constitute regular employment.
- The successful candidate may establish a flexible work schedule. Preference is given to those with the ability to locate in proximity to Albemarle County, VA as in-person training will be required, and field work will require frequent access to County Office Building to secure a County vehicle for field visits. A workspace at the Albemarle County Office Building will be provided.
- All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Pay: Pay is $15 per hour with an expectation of approximately 25 to 30 hours per week. This is a non-exempt, part-time temporary position and is not eligible for benefits.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position is open until filled.
Virginia Values Veterans: Albemarle County is a Certified V3 organization.
EOE/EEO: Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.
