Farmland Preservation Coordinator
Duties and Responsibilities: This position manages Voluntary Agricultural District (VAD), Enhanced VAD, and agricultural conservation easement programs; Oversees enrollment, compliance, and record-keeping for conservation programs. This position also provides regular updates on Farmland Preservation efforts to local boards; Assist landowners with farmland succession planning; Perform other related duties as assigned. Work is performed under regular supervision.
Qualifications: Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of conservation easements process; thorough knowledge of the organization and functions of county government; ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the work of others; ability to exercise sound judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions; ability to operate common office machines and computer required by the position; ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to attend work regularly.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to: associate’s degree in natural resources, environmental science, soil science, agronomy, farm succession planning, or a related field, and three (3) or more years of increasingly responsible conservation easement and farm succession experience; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Preference will be given to individuals with active Farm Succession Coordinator Certification and/or bachelor’s degree in natural resources, environmental science, soil science, agronomy, planning, or a related field.
Pre-employment drug test and background checks required of finalist applicants.
Applications must be obtained, fully completed, and submitted to Henderson County HRD by mail 112 First Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28792, by email (hrd@hendersoncountync.gov), or by fax (828) 698-6184. Please see our website, www.hendersoncountync.gov/hr and refer to the Additional Applicant Information section for more detailed instructions.
The deadline for application is: Open until filled
Starting rate: $26.51 - $35.00
Grade: 76A
Hiring salary will be determined based on qualifications and internal equity.
