The City of Amesbury (estimated population 18,000), a dynamic Merrimack Valley community rich in tradition with a vibrant and expanding economic base, is seeking a strong candidate to serve as the City’s Conservation agent. The Conservation Agent is responsible for tasks associated with the compliance and enforcement of the Wetlands Protection Act and the City of Amesbury Wetland Protection Ordinance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, relates, or is a logical assignment to the position.

• 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. Files 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 City 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 City officials, administrative or judicial authorities.
• Attends all meetings and hearings of the Conservation Commission, and 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 City policies and procedures, standards, special directives, instructions, and intent.
• Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as situation dictates.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general direction of the Director of Community and Economic Development and the Conservation Commission through its Chair and Vice Chair.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or advanced training in Environmental Science or related field and a minimum of two years working in wetlands protection, land conservation, environmental management, or related field; or an equivalent combination training and experience.

Special Requirements:
Possession of a Motor Vehicle Class D Operator’s License and a readily available vehicle.

Required Skills and Qualities:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles of land protection and management and statutes and regulations applicable to the jurisdiction of the Conservation Commission including the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, the City of Amesbury Wetlands Protection Ordinance, and associated regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of wetland boundary identification/verification based on plant species and indicator status.
• Identification of hydric soils using Munsell or similar charts
• Knowledge of relevant areas of pure and applied wetland science such as vegetation communities, functions and values, and replication; rare species requirements, vernal pools and the certification process; erosion control techniques, retention and detention ponds.
• Knowledge of computer programs, including Office 365 and the City’s GIS program (MiMAP); equipment use including digital camera, field tools, copier/scanner.
• Ability to interpret and enforce, in an impartial manner, state and local laws such as the Wetlands Protection Act and local wetland ordinance.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and effective manner.
• Ability to deal tactfully with members of the public and establish effective working relationships with department staff, property owners, designers, contractors, subcontractors and other code enforcement or regulatory agencies.
• Ability to apply practical, intuitive reasoning in order to interpret and apply building code regulations in a consistent and impartial manner.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills; effective customer service and negotiation skills.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.

Work Location: Office of Community and Economic Development, Municipal Development Center, 39 South Hunt Road.

Work is largely scheduled during regular City Hall business hours, but also includes evening meetings and occasional weekend field work. The work schedule can be negotiated with the Director of Community and Economic Development to consider various circumstances.

Some work is performed under typical office conditions. Some work is performed in the field, in thick woods, and in wet areas. There is exposure to various weather conditions, including heat, high wind, rain, and snow. There can be exposure to potential health hazards, such as Lyme disease and West Nile virus, plant irritations such as poison ivy, and the hazards associated with site work and construction such as noise and heavy equipment.

Physical Skills: Minimal physical effort required when performing under typical office conditions; moderate to strenuous physical effort frequently required in the field. Often required to stoop, bend, reach, dig, and lift. Physical agility needed to access all areas of conservation lands, potential acquisitions and project sites. May spend several hours at a time walking or standing. Occasionally, work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling department equipment or materials.

Motor Skills: Duties may involve assignments requiring application of hand and eye coordination with finger dexterity and motor coordination. Examples include operating a motor vehicle, using a personal computer, or climbing a ladder.

Visual Skills: Employee is required to constantly read documents and construction drawings for general understanding and analytical purposes.

The City of Amesbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Amesbury does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status or membership in the armed services, marital status or any other protected category under federal or state law.

• Full time, 35 hours per week
• $32.97 per hour
• Non-exempt
• Non-Union
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.22 - $32.97 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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