Employment

Job Announcement: 1/9/2026

 

MFCRWD Project Coordinator Job Description.docxMFCRWD Employment Application.pdf

 

Position Title: Project Coordinator

Location: Middle Fork Crow River Watershed District 189 County Road 8, Spicer, MN 56288

Compensation: $59,000 – $75,000 (benefits including PERA, Flex Benefits Plan).

Status: Regular full time.

Benefits: Full benefits package.

Application Deadline: 2/6/2026- Position open until filled.

 

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Implement the District’s Best Management Practice (BMP) program:

  • Take direction of the District’s Structural and Management (non-structural) Best Management Practices program, including marketing, scoping and visits, design and implementation, grant writing.
  • Manage the development and amendments of the Districts comprehensive watershed management Plan (1W1P). Which includes updating the Plan based on water quality data and updating annual report cards.  Maintains the Plan and provides the general public, elected officials and agency staff with information as required.  Manages the development and updating of special reports, including but not limited to the District’s Total Maximum Daily Load reports and Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy Report.
  • Research available funding from grant programs, State Revolving Funds, or Board approved special assessments.  Initiate the application process, including pre-grant planning, coordinating the activities of District staff in aiding in any grant/loan applications, and administering the funds from awarded grants.  Submit semi-annual reports to funding sources for grant-funded projects.  Perform budget tracking and expenditure reporting and ensure the Office/Financial Manager has accurate and up-to-date figures for accounting.  Collaborate with partners to ensure match funding is available. Liaison between the District and outside funding agencies and groups for all District programs.
  • Develop and implement programs.  Administrating programs encompasses all aspects of the program, including but not limited to development, financial management, schedule, partner coordination, engineering, contracts, easements, cooperative funding agreements and permitting.
  • Manage and coordinate certain aspects of the District’s BMP program, including scoping visits, design, implementation, and budget.
  • Manage and oversee contractor activities on BMP projects to ensure proper contract, project schedule, budget, and design
  • Perform inspections of permitted activities, including but not limited to: initial site assessments, progress reports and final inspections.  Provide assistance and guidance related to permit application process.  Investigate non-permitted activities and initiate permitting process. In certain circumstances, review and analyze permit applications and prepare permit for said activities
  • Assist in water quality monitoring using the appropriate data collection procedures/techniques, Conduct flow gauging using the appropriate equipment and techniques, Conduct data entry, analysis and submittal
  • Participate in educational opportunities for the administrative, technical, financial, and/or technological betterment of the District
  • Coordinate with County, City, Townships, and landowners to carry out the BMP Program and District Plan.
  • Assist with strategic planning and implementation of current and future District projects and programs
  • Take direct ownership and assist with grant writing, budget compilation, grant reporting, and grant implementation
  • Maintain communication with local agencies/stakeholders
  • Other activities, as required

Summary:

The Middle Fork Crow River Watershed District (MFCRWD) was established in 2005 for the protection and preservation of water quality of the Middle Fork Crow River watershed. The District is currently accepting cover letter, resume, and application seeking qualified candidates for a fulltime Project Coordinator position. With preferred candidates that have a minimum of one year experience with planning and overseeing conservation Best Management Practices implementation, local and state environmental regulations, public outreach and communication, grant writing and pursuing funding for project goals.  Position paperwork or questions on the position can be emailed to District Administrator at andy@mfcrow.org or call 320-796-0888 or mailed to PO Box 8 Spicer MN, 56288.