Assistant District Manager

Do you have an interest in a holistic approach to natural resource management?  If so, join an interdisciplinary team to aid in monitoring and managing watersheds throughout Sublette County, WY!  

The Sublette County Conservation District (SCCD) aims to promote and maintain healthy rangelands, clean water and air and maintain premier wildlife habitat.  The SCCD Assistant District Manager will work closely with the District Manager to implement the District’s mission and Long Range Plan in accordance with the Board of Supervisor’s direction. 

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Be in charge of the office when the District Manager is absent.
• Attend meetings representing the Board, District, and Manager.
• Conduct staff meetings
• Attend all Board meetings.
• Help with preparations of annual budgets.
• Help with planning documents including but not limited to Long Range Plan, Public and State Land Use Policy, and Personnel Policy.
• Supervise staff at the direction of the District Manager.
• Oversee projects and provide technical assistance as directed by the District Manager.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum a bachelor’s degree in a natural resource related field, plus 5 years of professional experience.
• Previous experience in managing programs and/or supervising staff.
• Knowledge and experience with natural resources and a solid understanding of ecological function.
• Knowledge of agricultural practices in the intermountain west.
• Proficient in ArcGIS or similar programs.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Excellent written and verbal skills.  Proven ability to exercise sound judgement, problem-solve, forge, and maintain partnerships, and develop and implement collaborative solutions.  Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment on multiple tasks with varying deadlines.  Ability to work independently and with self-initiative, while having a keen sense of when to ask questions and seek input.
• Computer, software, and technological knowledge and skills expected of natural resource professionals.
• Enthusiastic about promoting sustainable natural resource management and being a part of a dynamic team of conservation-minded individuals.