Conservation Administrator

Sharon MA

30 September, 2021

9:59 AM

Description

The Town of Sharon seeks a full-time (40 hours/week) Conservation Administrator to work as the technical advisor in assisting the Conservation Commission in carrying out their duties under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Sharon bylaws and regulations. Duties include: Professional, technical, and administrative work coordinating, facilitating, and promoting conservation of the town’s wetlands, waterways, natural resources and conservation parcels by coordinating and administering the activities of the Conservation Commission and enforcing all federal, state and local conservation laws and regulations.Serve as Co-Development Review Coordinator with staff of the Town Engineering Department to review development/construction proposals resulting in an organized and streamlined permit process.Manage the Massapoag Brook Watershed area by monitoring and controlling up to four outflow structures balancing competing recreational uses and ecological needs. This includes the day-to-day management of Lake Massapoag levels with regard to amount and volume of flow, as well as the need for and tracking of Chapter 91 permits (docks).Serve as Co-Review coordinator with staff of Department of Public Works to implement and monitor components of the Town’s Stormwater Management Bylaw. Qualifications/experience: Bachelor’s degree in an environmental field such as forestry, botany, environmental planning, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Starting salary: $74,054; increasing to $78,541 after one year How to apply: Apply online at https://sharon.catsone.com/careers (strongly preferred) -or- Send letter of interest, resume, and application to: Lauren Barnes Assistant Town Administrator Town of Sharon 90 South Main Street Sharon, MA 02067 The application is available at www.townofsharon.net under “Job Opportunities.” The application deadline is October 19, 2021. The Town of Sharon is an Equal Opportunity employer.