McPherson County Conservation District

WE ARE HIRING

McPherson County Conservation District is seeking a permanent, full-time, District Manager. 

This position performs various administrative and clerical duties in carrying out conservation related programs. This position requires a self-motivation to provide day to day coordination of district activities within the policies and guidelines set by the Board of Supervisors. Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills are important with proficient computer and accounting abilities. An agriculture background is helpful but not required. Starting salary depends on experience. Annual leave and retirement benefits offered. A complete job description is available at the Conservation District office. Applications and resumes must be submitted by noon, November 1, 2024, via email to either lori.siebert@ks.nacdnet.net or diana.harden@ks.nacdnet.net  

Our conservation district is a political subdivision of state government, established in 19__ and charged with the conservation of the natural resources of our county. We provide technical and financial assistance to address resource concerns while providing educational opportunities to promote conservation of our natural resources.

Our Mission: To promote the conservation of, and education regarding, our natural resources and their importance for all citizens.

Overview: Conservation Districts had their beginning in the 1930’s when Congress, in response to national concerns over mounting erosion and dust storms, enacted the Soil Conservation Act of 1935.

Our conservation district provides technical assistance, financial assistance and educational services related to the conservation of our natural resources to the public free of charge, thanks to our county and state operating funds.  As a grassroots, locally led organization we are dedicated to getting conservation on the ground; conservation that benefits all Kansans by providing cleaner water, more productive soils. 

We are the local source for cost share funding for the installation of best management practices for preserving and improving water quality and soil health. We administer multiple cost share assistance programs which provide economic and environmental benefits direct to our county and all residents. 

Services We Offer:

• Technical assistance for addressing resource concerns.
• Financial assistance for implementing voluntary conservation practices.
• Educational programs for schools and community groups.
• Custom blended seed orders including native grass, cool season grass, pollinator mixes, cover crops, and food plot mixes. Brome and fescue also available.
• Conservation contractors list for services
• Soil Health training opportunities (workshops and scholarships)
• Youth scholarship opportunities
• Educator workshops and scholarships for related workshop fees for local teachers

Equipment For Rent:

• Four no-till drills for rent. We charge $75 for the first 3 acres then $14 for every acre after 3.