Project Coordinator Position Opening

Position Description

The Middle Fork Crow River Watershed District (MFCRWD) is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage and implement the District's conservation program. The position oversees implementation of District projects, engages producers and landowners, and assists in outreach and education activities.

Major/Essential Functions

• Manage and Implement of Position Duties and Responsibilities: Oversee implementation of District projects, including financial management, scope of work, schedule, partner coordination, engineering, contracts, easements, cooperative funding agreements and permitting.
• Project Evaluation and Documentation: Ensure project evaluation and documentation.
• Partner Coordination: Work closely with contractors, other governmental agencies, and conservation partners to protect resources identified in the North Fork Crow Comprehensive Watershed Plan (1W1P).
• Field Assessment: Investigate desk-top and field walkover assessments of areas needing restoration efforts.
• Outreach and Education: Engage landowners in learning about water management and best management practices, and assist in outreach and education activities.
• Grant Writing and Reporting: Research available funding, initiate the application process, submit semi-annual reports to funding sources, and administer funds from awarded grants.
• BMP Program Management: Develop and update the North Fork Crow River Comprehensive Plan (1W1P), manage the BMP program, and coordinate contractor activities.
• Administrative Support: Perform budget tracking and expenditure reporting, and assist with strategic planning and implementation of current and future District projects and programs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Inspect Permitted Activities: Conduct inspections of permitted activities, including initial site assessments, progress reports, and final inspections.
• Provide Assistance: Provide assistance and guidance related to the permit application process, investigate non-permitted activities, and initiate permitting processes.
• Water Quality Monitoring: Participate in educational opportunities, conduct flow gauging, and perform data entry and analysis.
• Other Activities: Assist in the administration of Minnesota Rules Chapter 103D, and perform other activities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in environmental studies / science, water resources, biology, ecology or a related field.
• A minimum of one year experience in the environmental/ecology field or a related area.
• Prior experience in a technical capacity working in water quality, field monitoring, construction sites, development site plan reviews, stormwater management and Best Management Practices, or other natural resources effort preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience, including project management or supervision is preferred.
• Good communication and computer skills are required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of the District’s operations and policies and state rules and regulations necessary to complete assigned responsibilities in a fully satisfactory manner.
• Provide superior public service and interaction in a friendly, professional manner.
• Willingly assist other employees as needed to ensure efficient workflow throughout the District.
• Maintain a flexible attitude toward job responsibilities and procedural changes.
• Participate in educational opportunities to stay up to date with changing laws and technology related to District priority and goals.
• Make recommendations to enhance current technology in the District.
• Develop and maintain positive, cooperative, working relationships with all District employees/consultants, city and agency staff, and others of the District in contributing to a productive results-oriented climate.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities.

Physical And Mental Demands

• Occasional walking in rugged terrain.
• Extended periods of sitting and extended repetitive action operating computer equipment.
• Occasional lifting to 70lbs.
• Multi-tasking in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Sometimes site visits may involve hot and cold temperatures.