Wayne Soil & Water Conservation District Job Opening Announcement – December 19, 2025

 

The Wayne Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Administrative Assistant in its Wooster, Ohio office.  

 

Job duties include:

•              Accounting, process purchase orders, receipt and deposit payments

•              Prepare and maintain records and forms, issue financial reports

•              Clerical duties such as filing, copying, and mailing

•              Serve as receptionist for the District office  

•              Promote Wayne SWCD through public relations and social media activities

•              Participate in public outreach programming

•              Other duties as required to provide SWCD services 

Details are as follows:

•              40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

•              Competitive compensation based on experience, skill level and education

•              Eligible for Wayne County health insurance program 

•              Benefits include participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System,

                 11 paid holidays, paid vacation and paid sick leave.

 

Applicants should meet the following qualifications:

•              Be at least 18 years of age and in possession of a valid driver’s license

•              Pass a criminal background check

•              Relevant work experience required  

•              Associate degree or higher (preferred) or equivalent work experience

•              Able to work independently and in a team environment

•              Strong oral and written communication skills

•              Strong accounting and organization skills

•              Strong interpersonal skills

•              Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher

•              Proficiency in commercial accounting software (Quicken, QuickBooks or other)

•              Able to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions

•              An interest in or passion for agriculture and/or natural resources conservation

 

Please click the link below for a full job description and additional details.

AA Position Description 2025 (REV).docx

 

Mail cover letter and resume to: Wayne SWCD

                                                                            428 W. Liberty Street

                                                                            Wooster, OH 44691

                        Or email to jlorson@WayneOhio.org  

 

Applications must be received at the Wayne SWCD Office no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday January 7, 2026.

Please direct all inquiries to John Lorson, Administrator, at (330) 263-5376 or jlorson@WayneOhio.org

 

Wayne Soil & Water Conservation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer