Lakes Division Project Coordinator

Lakes Division Project Coordinator Position Announcement

Cason Land & Water Management, LLC is a land and water resource management firm based in Berlin, WI, with a work area covering Wisconsin, Northern Illinois, and Upper Michigan. We provide professional consultations and services for managing lakes, ponds, streams, wetlands, prairies, and forests for both public and private clients.

Position summary

As a Project Coordinator in our Lake Services Division, you are responsible for the scheduling/coordination of projects, day to day activities, client relations, and lakes staff workload on your projects, as well as assisting on lakes projects managed by other staff. You will have the opportunity to travel throughout Wisconsin and its adjoining states, to assist individuals, government agencies, groups, and businesses with their land and water construction and management needs. You will also collaborate with coworkers in the Pond and Habitat Divisions for project assistance and completion.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements quality study design to provide data for the improvement of clientele lakes.


• Implements management strategies and mitigation methods for the improvement of lakes.


• Coordinates, schedules, and reviews staff workloads and schedules.


• Monitors, manages, and orders inventory materials.


• Conducts aquatic pesticide treatments and employs nutrient mitigation methodologies.


• Compiles data for statistical analysis and mapping.


• Composes, reviews, and prepares professional reports and maps for clientele.

Qualifications:

• BS in Biology, Limnology, or Aquatic Natural Resources or related experience


• 2 or more years of experience in the field of aquatic resource management


• Wisconsin Boater Safety Course certificate of completion, or comparable certification


• Ability to lift 85 lbs or greater


• Ability to travel daily and overnight


• Ability to work outside in inclement weather


• Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office and GIS


• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skill


• Must be capable of adapting to rapidly a changing environment while completing projects with stringent deadlines


• Must have strong problem-solving abilities


• Ability to report to office location daily


• Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire


• CDL and Hazardous Materials Certification is a plus

Pay: The position will be salaried, with the opportunity for 3% commission on individual sales. There is also the potential for profit sharing dependent on experience & qualifications.  We offer a competitive starting pay package, including employer provided benefits, of up to $62,000/year. Applicants should expect a varied work week with a minimum of 40-45 hours per week during busy season (April-Oct), with fewer hours during slow season (Nov-March).

Job Type: Full-time, year-round

Wages: Starting pay up to $50,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

• Employee Health insurance


• Long-term disability insurance


• Health savings account with employer contributions


• Paid time off


• Retirement plan with company match

Schedule:

• 10 hour shifts


• Day shift


• Monday to Friday, some infrequent weekends