Conservation Technician

Human Resources
Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners
209 SE First Street Trenton, FL 32693
Phone (352) 463-4617 Fax (352) 356-4485

Conservation Technician
 

Gilchrist County is currently accepting applications for a Conservation Technician with the Gilchrist Soil and Water Conservation District. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position funded through a contract with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Office of Agricultural Water Policy (OAWP).

This position will provide assistance to agricultural producers with enrollment and implementation of FDACS Best Management Practices (BMPs), including completion of Notices of Intent (NOIs); conduct BMP Implementation Verification (IV) visits; assist with FDACS cost-share programs and related documentation; participate in site visits, demonstrations, workshops, field days, staff meetings and other educational or outreach activities; maintain required records and reports; and perform other related duties as assigned. The Conservation Technician will work with agricultural producers and FDACS staff to support BMP implementation and natural resource conservation.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture, natural resources, or a related field. Experience in agriculture or natural resources is preferred and may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis. Applicants should have agricultural experience and be familiar with natural resource conservation procedures. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (including Word and Excel), computers, tablets/iPads and other electronic devices is required. Familiarity with agricultural equipment such as pivots, no-till drills, tractors and related accessories is preferred. Good communication skills and the ability to interact with agricultural producers and the public in a courteous and professional manner are required.

Travel is required within Gilchrist County and surrounding counties as assigned. A valid driver's license is required. The position requires successful completion of a Level II background check, a negative pre-employment drug test, and participation in direct deposit. Employment is contingent upon completion of all required screening and approval requirements.

Pay rate is $21.22 per hour. The annual salary for the 2026–2027 contract year is $44,144.10, based on a 40-hour workweek (2,080 hours annually). Gilchrist County pays employees biweekly, for a total of 26 pay periods per year.

For further information contact Ashley Gregory at (352) 317-0504.

Thank you for your interest in employment with Gilchrist County. Some job postings may be posted for other County Constitutional Offices. Each job posting will list the contact person for that position. All applications must be complete with all required documents included or attached. If a question does not apply to you, please indicate with an N/A. Applications are only accepted for open positions. We do not accept resumes in lieu of applications.

Applicants will receive an email once their application has been submitted. Positions are open until filled. Some posted positions may be placed on hold once an adequate number of applications have been accepted. Submitted applications may be used to fill multiple positions. Please do not contact the department directly, to check the status of your application. Failure to comply could result in your application being rejected. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Gilchrist County requires pre-employment drug and background screening. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the human resources of the department listed. Notification to the hiring department must be made in advance, to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

All applications must include a copy/photo of driver’s license. Please include all required licenses and or certificates with your application. Please be aware that any omissions, falsifications, or misrepresentations concerning any part of your application may disqualify you for employment consideration.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are considered at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes all required documents as per Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Gilchrist County Full-Time Benefits
Employee only Florida Blue Plan
Vacation and Sick Leave
12 Holidays (8 hours)
$25,000 Life Insurance