Conservation District Office Manager

Company: Ocean State Job Lot
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

This position is offered a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, vision and more
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with up to 5% matching This position is full-time, nonexempt, classified and covered as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook. Hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and as needed; 37.5 hours/week; overtime as required Under the direction of the District Director, the Conservation District Office Manager is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the Soil and Water Conservation District's (SWCD) programs, policies and activities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Serves as Recording Treasurer for the SWCD and its multiple watershed projects.
  • Processes claims, issues checks, maintains ledgers, prepares invoices, receipts and monthly statements, prepares financial reports, and processes payroll and tax payments.
  • Assists other SWCD staff with ongoing watershed projects and their respective Steering Committees/Boards with the planning and execution of their projects and programs.
  • Answers questions via telephone, email and in office and distributes educational materials and programs.
  • Assists with composing and publishing quarterly SWCD newsletter, as well as special project brochures and bulletins.
  • Responsible for assisting the SWCD Director with program implementation.
  • Provides staff oversight and supervision and acts as staff representative in the absence of the Director.
  • Records board meeting minutes and maintains records of District's activities.
  • Maintains District vehicle usage and maintenance logs.
  • Performs a variety of filing and typing duties.
  • Assists the public with materials and services available.
  • Attends weekly staff meetings to maintain and coordinate office schedules and records.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required. Minimum Requirements and Working Conditions REQUIREMENTS:
    • Associate's degree in Accounting, Business or related field and three years' bookkeeping or accounting experience
    • Valid Driver's license to drive County truck with trailer to and from meetings and events
    • Knowledge of Quickbooks accounting software
    • Strong computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office and other job related software
    • Strong knowledge of current Agricultural and Conservation related practices and programs
    • Basic knowledge of Urban Conservation Best Management practices and programs
    • Ability to pass Federal Homeland Security background check WORKING CONDITIONS: The Conservation District Office Manager works in and out of an office setting with frequent sitting and walking and some standing. Some lifting of up to sixty pounds, pushing/pulling, reaching over head and kneeling and frequent bending and proofreading is required. Very frequent typing and attention to detail exists. U. S. Patents 7,080,057; 7,310,626; 7,558,767; 7,562,059; 7,472,097; 7,606,778; 8,086,558 and 8,046,251.

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