Conservation Agent

The towns of Rutland and Sterling are accepting applications for a shared Conservation Agent and Stormwater Coordinator.

Reporting to the Rutland Town Planner and the Sterling Town Administrator, this benefitted, exempt position is 38 hours a week, with a minimum of 19 hours spent in each town.

• Assists in overseeing all aspects of general land use, development and conservation duties.
• Provides support for the management for the Offices of Planning and Conservation for both towns, with a focus and expertise in conservation-related matters and compliance.
• Acts as primary staff support for the Conservation Commissions, and related boards/commissions.

Minimum qualifications include knowledge of all relevant state and federal statutes, familiarity with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Regulations and the Rivers Protection Act. Must be proficient in town bylaws and regulations.

Starting rate is between $26.54 and $37.38.

Bachelor’s degree in environmental or wetland science, biology/ecology, planning or a related field, plus at least two years of experience in a field relative to wetlands managements and delineation, is preferred.