SPRING TREE SALE 2018 WE HAVE CHANGED THE PICK UP DATE TO MAY 4 & 5TH!
Dickinson CD Spring Tree Sale order form is finally here! This fundraiser is the only FUNDING we receive to keep our doors open. Please support your local Conservation District!
If you have any questions or would like recommendations for what kind of species you should buy please give us a call at (906)774-1550
You can click the Online Market Button to purchase your Trees Online or Click the Order Form Button to mail in your order to us
Florence County Land Conservation Department is hiring grant-based, summer Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions. Positions will run from May 16, 2018 to September 7, 2018. All positions require working weekends, holidays, and non-standard hours. Applicants must have a willingness to learn, along with a friendly and helpful personality that promotes a positive respectful experience for the public and co-workers while demonstrating a genuine interest in preserving water quality. Seasonal staff will follow Florence County’s Personnel Policy requirements. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, have transportation, and be willing to work at remote sites. All positions require the safe operation of hot-water pressure washers. A knowledge of Aquatic Invasive Species is helpful, but not required. All positions are subject to grant requirements, and are classified LTE with no benefits. Mandatory training for all positions will be provided. All questions should be directed to Scott Wolf, Department Supervisor (swolf@co.florence.wi.us), 715-528-3430) or Scott Goodwin, Conservation Technician (sgoodwin@co.florence.wi.us), 715-528-3484). Letters of interest, resumes, and Florence County job application forms will be accepted by the County Clerk, Donna Trudell, (dtrudell@co.florence.wi.us) at P.O. Box 410 (501 Lake Avenue), Florence, WI 54121. Deadline to apply is April 20, 2018.Florence County applications available at: http://www.florencecountywi.com
Watercraft Inspector: Five (5) part-time (24-32 hours/week) positions as Clean Boats, Clean Waters (CBCW) Watercraft Inspectors. Successful applicants will follow Wisconsin’s CBCW protocols to assist the public with prevention, education, and techniques aimed at slowing the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species. This position requires work outdoors, professional interaction with the public, simple interviewing, and careful record keeping. Wages: $11.50/hour.
AIS Technician: One (1) part-time position (24-32 hours/week). The successful applicant will assist LCD staff in meeting grant requirements. Duties include, but are not limited to water quality monitoring, Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) inspection and reduction efforts, participating in local AIS educational activities, regional events, partnerships and statewide initiatives; conducting watercraft inspections, lake monitoring, mapping, and plant surveys, along with data collection. This position requires work outdoors, careful record keeping, and familiarity with small vessel operations. A background or education in environmental or water sciences beneficial. Wages: $11.50/hour. AIS Coordinator: One (1) full-time (640 hour) position. The successful applicant will lead the effort in reaching active grant project goals. Duties include, but are not limited to, oversight of the CBCW program including scheduling, payroll, supervision of CBCW staff, and conducting watercraft inspections. Duties also include water quality monitoring, AIS inspection and reduction efforts, participating in local AIS educational activities, regional events, partnerships and statewide initiatives; conducting watercraft inspections, lake monitoring, mapping, and plant surveys, along with data collection and entry. A background or education in environmental or water sciences, and/or computer skills beneficial. A familiarity with small vessel operations. This position is both in office and the field. Based on grant requirements and restrictions this position may be extended to December 31, 2018. Wages: $14.60/hour. Florence County is an equal opportunity employer.
"Nature of Dickinson County Photo Contest"
We are currently accepting pictures, until June 30, 2018, for our annual "Nature of Dickinson County Photo Contest". Entries may be brought in or mailed to our office at 420 North Hooper Street, Kingsford MI. Submissions must consist of a 8" x 10" Color Prints (should not be framed or matted) along with an a digital format. If there are any questions please contact Amanda Nelson at (906)774-1550 or email her at dickinsoncd@macd.org.
Do Not forget to check out last years submissions. Just Click the link below 2017 Photo Submission
