The Town of Wakefield is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Conservation Agent to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for data collection, analysis, and environmental conservation. As a Conservation Agent, you will play a crucial role in supporting ecological restoration efforts and tree care initiatives.
· Reviews all Conservation Commission filings for completeness.
· Monitors and follows up on all filings approved by the Commission and keeps a detailed record, revising forms as necessary.
· Organize and publish all information to ensure it is readily available to the Conservation Commission and the public for review.
· Acts on behalf of the Conservation Commission as assigned.
· Works cooperatively with Town officials, employees, government agencies, the public, attorneys, engineers, consultants, residents, and project applicants.
· Serves as an information resource, researches issues, and provides data. In addition, prepares and presents reports, correspondence, presentations, and other written material for the Conservation Commission review or for use by other Town officials, administrative or judicial authorities.
· Attends all meetings & hearings of the Conservation Commission, &other public meetings as necessary.
· Maintains up-to-date knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the Conservation Commission.
· Executes relevant short- and long-range plans and objectives associated with the Conservation Commission and its responsibilities.
· Works according to established department and Town policies and procedures, standards, special directives, instructions, and intent.
· Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as situation dictates
· Supports departments, town officials, and committees with regard to sustainability initiatives.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36.43 - $45.27 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wakefield, MA 01880: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person