WASHBURN COUNTY
Land and Water Conservation Department
PO Box 486
10 Fourth Avenue
Shell Lake, WI 54871
(715) 468-4654 Fax (715) 468-4640
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Land and Water Conservation Department Intern
Limited Term Employment
Washburn County is seeking applicants for limited term employment in the Land and
Water Conservation Department. Primary responsibilities include working with the
County Conservation Coordinator to implement the countywide Strategic Plan of
prevention, control and public outreach of aquatic invasive species (AIS). Watercraft
inspection at boat landings is required.
Experience and Training Required: Position requires a high school diploma. A
Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in Natural Resource, Environmental Science, or
Biology program or equivalent work experience in water conservation is preferred. Must
possess knowledge of aquatic ecology and of the impact that AIS can have on different
waterbodies and ways to reduce their spread. A majority of the duties will be spent
working outside, independently. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Employee’s
personal vehicle must be used and will be reimbursed at $.54 per mile. No housing will
be provided. This is a temporary seasonal position not to exceed 600 hours and the rate
of pay is $9.91/hour. Weekly schedule somewhat flexible, but primarily early mornings
and evenings. Weekend and holidays are required.
For an application and further information, contact Washburn County Personnel Office,
P.O. Box 337, Shell Lake, WI 54871, at 715-468-4624, or visit www.co.washburn.wi.us.
Resumes will be accepted but will not take the place of a completed application.
Applications must be received by 4:30 p.m., Friday May 9th, 2014. EOE.