"Rachel White is stepping down at the end of October as Executive Director of the Somerset County SWCD to focus on her young farm and completing her doctorate. We offer many thanks for her insights during her short term with the District and appreciate her continued efforts toward the District's Ag Allies grassland bird program. She is a valued member of the conservation community and we wish her luck.
Joe Dembeck, the District's prior Executive Director, will be coming back on a part-time basis while the Board conducts the process to fill the position."
Somerset County SWCD Board of Supervisors
Opening posted: October 18, 2022 | Expires when position is filled
The Somerset County Soil and Water Conservation District seeks a motivated leader to serve as its part-time Executive Director.
Direct and develop diverse conservation projects through partnerships with a wide range of environmental professionals to promote natural resource stewardship. Flexible work schedule in the office, home, and field.
The successful candidate will be a self-motivated professional with education/work experience in natural resources and experience in project management including strategic planning, program implementation, outreach, and financial management.
The Somerset SWCD’s effectiveness is directly related its collaboration with partners including the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service, state and local agencies, conservation and natural resource groups, individual landowners, and funding organizations. The Executive Director’s ability to foster these relationships is critical to the success of the organization.
Reporting to the Somerset SWCD’s Board of Supervisors the Executive Director works with the Technical Director and Outreach Coordinator in achieving the mission of this creative and dynamic organization.
See full job description on the Somerset SWCD web site here.
How to Apply: Please submit a detailed cover letter and resume to:
Email: jdembecksc15@gmail.com
Or mail:
Somerset County Soil & Water Conservation District
ATTN: Joe Dembeck
70 East Madison Road
Skowhegan, ME 04976
If you have any questions, contact Joe Dembeck at 207-612-4136 or jdembecksc15@gmail.com.