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Salary: $22.70 - $24.67 Hourly
Location : 711 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, WI
Job Type: Limited Term Employment - Seasonal
Job Number: 2026-32
Department: Land Conservation and Forest Management
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/20/2026 4:30 PM Central
Purpose of Position
JOB SUMMARY
The focus of the Land Resource Technician Intern includes technical support for nonmetallic mine site reclamation and the stormwater management program. This is a limited term internship position and requires up to 40 hours per week during a period of 6-7 months for a commitment of 975 hours.
This position is seasonal, non-recurring, and limited term which requires up to 40 hours per week during a 6-7 month period May - November 2027 for a commitment of 975 hours.
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Application Deadline: Sunday, September 20th, 2026 at 4:30 PM.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties described below are indicative of what the Land Resource Technician Intern might be asked to perform. This job description is to incorporate any county ordinances created for the position of Land Resource Technician Intern. This is not an exhaustive list of job responsibilities and therefore other duties may be assigned:
Administrative Functions:

• Review individual annual Reclamation Reports and Activities Plan for industrial sand mines and sand and gravel operations.
• Update and evaluate databases of groundwater elevations, groundwater chemistry, and chemical use for industrial sand mines subject to reporting requirements.
• Inspect industrial sand mines and sand and gravel site operations to record physical site conditions evaluate mine reclamation compliance. Prepared inspection reports. Perform follow-up inspections to assure compliance.
• Inspect stormwater facilities to record physical site conditions and evaluate site compliance. Prepare inspection reports. Perform follow-up inspections to assure compliance.
• , Update and maintain databases for all permitted nonmetallic mine operations and permitted stormwater facilities.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Environmental Engineer, Project Engineer, and/or Department Director.

Customers:

• General Public
• Contractors
• Engineers
• Land Developers
• Townships
• Various County Departments

Team Members:

• Department of Land Conservation & Forest Management staff
• Various County Departments
• Agency staff members (DNR, DATCP, UWEX, NRCS, FSA, etc.)
• Individual volunteers and members of 501(c)(3) conservation organizations that provide services to the LCFM

Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Must be currently enrolled in or recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Resource Management, Ecology, Biology, Geography, or other closely related course of study.
• Knowledge of cartography with exposure to mapping software (ArcGIS preferred) or CAD software required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) required.
• A valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of soil science, geology, and plant science preferred.
• Knowledge of construction excavation techniques and materials, and/or agricultural field operations (tillage, planting, etc.) preferred.

Chippewa County offers the following benefits for Limited Term Employees (LTE):

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS - ETF) - Depending on the number of hours worked and/or previous WRS work experience, an employee may be eligible and required to contribute 7.20% (2026) with a County match of 7.20% for a total of 14.40%. This percentage may change each year based on state requirements.

No other benefits are offered.
Limited Term Employees (LTEs) are individuals employed as seasonal, project-based, or reduced-hour staffing needs. LTE roles are established with the expectation of limited duration or scope and are not classified as full-time or part-time employees.
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Are you currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Resource Management, Ecology, Biology, Geography, or another related course of study?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please list the degree you are pursuing:
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If yes, what is your current overall GPA?
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If yes, what is your anticipated graduation date (month/year)?
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Are you a recent graduate with a degree in Environmental Science, Resource Management, Ecology, Biology, Geography, or another related course of study?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please list the degree you have completed:
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If yes, what was your overall GPA?
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If yes, when was your graduation date (month/year)?
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Do you have experience in using ArcGIS or CAD software?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have any experience in surveying?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have experience working for an engineering consulting firm, mining company, construction, or governmental agency?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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This Land Resource Technician Internship is a seasonal, non-recurring, and limited term which requires up to 40 hours per week during a period of May - November 2027 for a 975-hour commitment. Do you understand this?

• Yes
• No

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To be considered for the position, a resume and school transcripts are also required to be emailed to kclow@chippewacountywi.gov by Sunday, September 20th, 2026 at 4:30 PM. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable if issued by the school. Do you understand this?

• Yes
• No

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