Seasonal Conservation Programs

Come work for a great organization where you can make a difference in your community!

Weber Basin Water Conservancy District is Northern Utah’s Regional Water Supplier for: treated municipal water, wholesale irrigation water, retail secondary irrigation water, untreated industrial water and groundwater replacement water. We proudly serve the water needs of our customers in Davis, Weber, Summit, Morgan and Box Elder counties.

We are seeking qualified applicants to fill up to six full-time Temporary & Seasonal Conservation Programs positions. The season typically begins in April and ends in September but there is room for flexibility to work with school schedules. The work schedule is Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. This position includes up to four paid holidays during the season.

Come work alongside others who are passionate about conservation and preserving our water supply.

Job Summary: This position performs a variety of office and field work. The work could vary and could include several functions and activities within the conservation programs of the District. Much of the work is performed outdoors with some data related work indoors on a computer or handheld device. This position will interact with homeowners and landscape maintenance personnel, input data into application software, and assist with community events, garden fairs, and landscape classes as needed.

Job Requirements: The candidate must have the following abilities:

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record per District policy.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Be confident in speaking to the public in what could be confrontational situations. Able to share information with the public in an enthusiastic manner to promote awareness and result in a behavior change.
• Be able to use handheld devices such as tablets and phones to use aps developed for this program.
• Be able to work outdoors in full sun for extended periods.
• Be able to lift 30 pounds.
• Be able to use personal computer with a basic understanding of word processing and basic spreadsheet data entry.
• Be able to work with others in cooperation or alone.

HIRING POLICIES

The District provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable law. Weber Basin Water Conservancy District will not refuse to hire a disabled individual who is capable of performing the essential requirements of the position with reasonable accommodations when they do not create an undue hardship.

Any applicant who is chosen as the top candidate for the position will be required to submit to and pass a physical, background and motor vehicle records check. Hiring is also conditioned upon and submission to and successfully passing of a urine test to screen for the presence of drugs and alcohol.

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Post will remain for a minimum of five days.

Pre-employment Requirements: A pre-employment/post offer drug screen, physical examination, and background check, is required along with a driver’s license record review.

Pay: $16.50 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person