Employment Opportunities

Palouse Conservation District offers benefits for regular and project employees that include:

• Medical/dental/vision, basic life and long-term disability insurance through the Washington State Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB)
o 100% of the premium cost for the employee is covered by PCD
o 35% of the premium cost for spouse and dependents is covered by PCD
• Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
o Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
o Optional participation in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP)
• Annual LifeFlight Membership that covers employee and dependents

• Medical Flexible Spending and Pre-Tax Dependent Care Assistance Programs
• 12 days paid annual and sick leave per year
• 12 paid holidays
• WSU Tuition Waiver that covers up to 6 credits per fall/spring semester

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Finance & Administration Specialist
Resource Conservation Technician

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.

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)

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

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.

Application Instructions

To apply, please click the link here.

Please be prepared to submit a letter of interest and a resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications that do not include both a letter of interest and resume will not be considered. Palouse Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Description
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Resource Conservation Technician

Position Summary

The Resource Conservation Technician’s primary purpose is to assist Conservation Coordinators and Planners in the implementation of conservation practices. The majority of this work focuses on riparian buffer restoration projects and installing in-stream bio-engineered structures. Serves as an integral member of a team of conservation professionals working primarily in the field working on completing planting, controlling weeds, installing in-stream structures, mowing, and watering. This position also assists other staff in carrying out miscellaneous grant or contract-related tasks as part of the Palouse Conservation District’s annual plan of work. This position is a member of the District’s team of natural resource conservation professionals working together to enhance and protect natural resources within the District.

Position Details

FTE: Full Time (40 hours/week)

Compensation: Grade 5 | $19.58-$25.46/hour (DOE)

Position Type: Regular (benefit eligible)

Required Qualifications

Technical Degree (AS/AA) in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences or closely related field. Qualifying experience may substitute year-for-year for the education requirement.
Six (6) months of previous experience working as a field crew member.
Physically able to perform field activities for extended periods of time.
Strong attention to detail, communication, and organization skills.
Experience in operation and maintenance of field tools (i.e. chain saws, brush cutters, power tools).
Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
Washington Herbicide Applicators license, or ability to obtain within the first month of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences or a related field.
Experience with Arc GIS and other mapping software.
Experience with data collection and management.
Experience planting native trees and shrubs.
Experience mechanically or chemically controlling invasive weeds.

Application Instructions

To apply, please click the link here.

Please be prepared to submit a letter of interest and a resume by Wednesday, September 23, 2026, when applicants will begin to be reviewed. (open until filled). Applications that do not include both a letter of interest and resume will not be considered. Palouse Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Description
To view a full position description, please click the link here.

Palouse Conservation District complies with Federal, state, and local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.