Assistant Conservation Agent

Assistant Conservation Agent – Town of Sturbridge October 11, 2026 by APA-MA Administrator Salary: $23.88–$32.26/hour Schedule: 30 hours/week with occasional evening meetings. The Town of Sturbridge seeks an Assistant Conservation Agent to support environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and natural-resource management. Working under the Conservation Agent, this position assists with administering and enforcing state and local wetlands regulations, conducting site inspections, reviewing applications, and monitoring compliance. The role also supports Conservation Commission operations, public communication, conservation land stewardship, and environmental planning initiatives. Key Responsibilities Review wetlands applications and technical plans; assist with permits and enforcement; conduct field inspections; coordinate Commission meeting materials and department records; and support conservation land management, GIS, monitoring, outreach, and special projects. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree, three years of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination. Knowledge of environmental regulations and natural-resource management; ability to interpret plans, communicate effectively, and conduct fieldwork. Valid Massachusetts Class D driver’s license. MACC Fundamentals Certificate or ability to obtain within one year. Experience with the Wetlands Protection Act, delineation, GIS/GPS, stormwater, or municipal conservation preferred. How To Apply Submit BOTH a completed Town of Sturbridge Employment Application and a current résumé to Frances Wychorski at FWychorski@Sturbridge.gov. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by October 30, 2026. The position is open until filled. Full Job Description and Employment Application: https://www.sturbridge.gov/1200/Job-Volunteer-Opportunities Questions: Conservation Agent, LVivier@Sturbridge.gov Categories Jobs & RFP Visiting Assistant Extension Educator in Land Use – Middlesex County Extension Ctr, University of Connecticut