Finance & Administration Specialist 

Position Summary

The primary focus of the Finance and Administration Specialist is to support the Finance and Administration Manager with ensuring timely and efficient coordination of the financial and grant reporting operations of the Palouse Conservation District office. The Finance and Administration Specialist will be responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll, submitting payroll tax deposit payments, preparing  Federal and State quarterly and annual payroll tax reports and W2s; entering and processing all accounts payable, employee reimbursement requests and credit card transactions; preparation of annual 1099 reporting; collaborating with program managers for recruitments and onboarding; and assisting with the preparation of monthly and quarterly grant payment requests for Federal, State, and Local grant contracts. 

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Funding for this position is subject to availability of federal, state and local government grants and contracts. Permanence of the job is dependent upon continued grant funding.   

 

Position Details

FTE: Full Time (40 hours/week)

Compensation: Grade 7 | $24.26 - $31.54/hour (depending on experience)

Position Type: Regular (benefit eligible)

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Required Qualifications​

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Public Administration or closely related field; OR Associate’s degree in Business, Accounting, Public Administration and 2-years of related experience.   

• Two (2) years of progressive responsibility in accounting or full-charge bookkeeping, personnel management or supervision, agency administration or similar work. 

• Experience processing payroll, payroll tax reporting, and processing accounts payables. 

• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. 

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 

• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license 

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Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of progressive responsibility in accounting or full-charge bookkeeping, personnel management or supervision; agency administration or similar work. 

• Previous experience with Federal and State of WA grant reporting and payment requests. 

• Experience with Springbrook Express/BIAS, Payroll Administration, QuickBooks, Publisher, Microsoft PowerPoint, Smartsheet, and Access. 

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Application Instructions

To apply, please click the link here.

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​Please be prepared to submit a letter of interest and a resume by Friday, August 21, 2026. Applications that do not include both a letter of interest and resume will not be considered. Palouse Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer.

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Position Description
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​​Veterans Conservation Corps Intern​

General Description

Palouse Conservation District (PCD) is a local, grant funded organization that fosters voluntary conservation of natural resources by providing education, technical expertise, and on-the-ground project implementation to help members of our community reach their conservation goals. PCD is involved in a wide variety of programs and projects in the community including riparian area restoration, research and monitoring, education and outreach, conservation agriculture, and habitat enhancement.  By working closely with local landowners and land managers, PCD is improving soil health, water quality, and fish and wildlife habitat on the Palouse.

 

Position Summary

Primary duties of this position are to assist PCD staff in the implementation and maintenance of riparian restoration projects on private land throughout southeast Whitman County. Other duties will include but are not limited to watering, weed maintenance, bio-engineering projects, mowing, or weed eating. This is primarily an outdoor field work position, but some office work may be required during the winter months. The goal of this position is to provide the intern with a wide range of experiences in all program areas at PCD.

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Duties/Responsibilities/Tasks

• Mechanical weed control, including brush cutting/mowing.

• Chemical weed control, including mixing and spraying herbicides.

• Routine watering of restoration sites.

• Planting native trees and shrubs (bare-root, container stock, and stakes).

• Installing wood/post structures in stream.

• Assist with assessing the effectiveness of conservation practices on the landscape.

• Work closely with project managers to determine fieldwork needs and weekly schedule of work.

• Independently manage and track hours, equipment, travel, inventory, etc.

• Operate and maintain hand tools and small engine machinery.

 

Schedule and Compensation

This 6-month internship, with possibility of extension, will begin July 2026 or as soon as possible, and includes a monthly stipend to assist with living expenses: $3,200 for a full-time internship (40 hrs/week) and $1,600 for a part-time internship (20 hrs/week). Typical work week is Monday-Thursday with occasional night and weekend work for outreach events. The Position will remain open until filled.

 

Requirements

• Must be a veteran of the United States uniformed services

• Must have dependable transportation to and from the Palouse Conservation District office

• Must currently possess a valid driver’s license

 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This is considered an entry level position and no experience is required. Applicants with the following skills, knowledge, and abilities will be given preference.

• Experience working on a crew to perform time-sensitive construction or restoration projects

• Experience implementing safety practices in the field with and without supervision

• Experience operating power and hand tools (brush cutters, mowers, augers, drills, saws, etc.)  

• Experience properly mixing and applying pesticides

• Able to lift up to 40-lbs

• Able to consistently perform strenuous labor in all outdoor conditions

• Able to take direction and work as a member of a team

• Able to operate a motor vehicle and haul a trailer

• Ability to identify common riparian plants of eastern Washington

• Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite of programs

• Comfortable and willing to speak to landowners, students, and other members of the public about natural resource issues to promote the goals and mission of PCD   

 

Training

All necessary training required to perform the essential functions/duties is provided on the job.

 

In addition to on-the-job training, this position may include the following formal trainings and certifications to aid in personal & professional development:

• Chainsaw safety

• ATV/UTV safety training

• Washington Pesticide Applicator License

• Plant Identification

• WET Watershed Education Training

• Posttraumatic Growth Training

• PTSD/TBI/Mental Health/ Suicide Awareness & Prevention Training

• Veteran Peer Support Training

• Environmental conservation conferences/symposiums/workshops

• Other trainings/certifications as available and desired by intern

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Apply

All applicants must pass a background check.

 

To apply, email a resume, a copy of your DD214 or service discharge certificate, a copy of your current driver’s license or government-issued picture ID, and a cover letter explaining your interest in this internship to:

 

Kim Pham

Veterans Conservation Corps Program Manager

kim@dva.wa.gov

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Questions?

To learn more about the Veterans Conservation Corps, contact:

Kim Pham

Veterans Conservation Corps Program Manager

kim@dva.wa.gov

 

For more information about Palouse Conservation District, contact:

Chloe Arthaud

Conservation Planner

chloea@palousecd.org

(509) 553-1849