Drainage Ag Inspector

The Drainage and Agricultural Inspector oversees and manages the maintenance and repairs of all legal drainage systems in Douglas County, along with their finances. Preserves and records the historic records, plans, and files of these systems, all according to MN Statute 103E, assists, consults, and advises the Douglas County Board of Commissioners in their role as the Drainage Authority for County Ditches along with other Commissioners on Joint Ditches. Carries out the duties of the Agricultural Inspector for Douglas County, working with the cities, townships, and citizens of Douglas County. Provide roadside vegetation management along all County Roads and Guardrails.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT HIRE:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
2 years of drainage construction work experience.

Licenses and Other Requirements: 

Pesticide Applicator license.
Currently possess a valid Class D, Minnesota State Driver's License, or ability to obtain upon start of employment. 
CPR/First Aid certification or the ability to complete within the first 6 months of employment. 
Successful completion of Chainsaw training within the first 6 months of employment or before on-the-job chainsaw operation.

REQUIRED MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & QUALITIES AT HIRE:

• Knowledge of drainage statutes.
• Knowledge of noxious weed law and seed inspection requirements.
• Knowledge and experience with pesticide application.

PREFERRED / DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education
2 years of post-secondary education; Civil/Survey Technology preferred.

For more information on the job, benefits, and to apply, visit: www.douglascountymn.gov/employment 

This job recruitment closes at noon on Monday, August 18, 2025.