Special Announcements
Next Meeting:
Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 3:00 p.m.
HSWCD Conference Room at the Bert Harris Center
If anyone from the public would like to participate please contact the office via 863-402-7020 or sbishop@highlandsswcd.org
Notice to Highlands Soil & Water Conservation District Customers/Visitors
Due to recent public health concerns, the office is currently serving our customers with safe distancing practiced and all CDC guidelines observed.
If you have concerns or needs, please contact us for an appointment.
Executive Director: Susie Bishop – (863)381-1098 sbishop@highlandsswcd.org
BMP Technician: Kayla Nickerson – (850)688-5628 kayla.nickerson@fdacs.gov
Mobile Irrigation Lab: Jacob Miller – (863)464-0685 jmiller@highlandsswcd.org
BMP Technician: Kasey Martin- (85)631-1011 kasey.martin@fdacs.gov
Job Postings
Mobile Irrigation Lab Technician
The Highlands Soil & Water Conservation District Mobile Irrigation Lab in Highlands Co. seeks a technician with ability to evaluate and report on a variety of agriculture irrigation systems used in Florida. Applicants should have basic exposure to agriculture production and irrigation systems, be proficient with computer skills including knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook programs, possess effective communication practices and have an ability to manage time while prioritizing tasks. High school diploma required, college degree or equivalent work experience preferred. Salaried position includes benefits.
Apply by submitting a resume via Fax to 863-385-7028 or via email to sbishop@highlandsswcd.org . Position will be posted until filled.
Mission Statement
To provide leadership to help people conserve, improve and sustain the natural resources and environment of Highlands County, Florida.
Join the Community Garden
It’s always a good time to garden in Florida. Contact Susie at 863-402-7020 or
sbishop@highlandsswcd.org to secure a garden plot.
We make it easy & Fun!
Growing in the Heartland Has Vacancies
Fall is in the air which means it is time to get gardens planted! If you don’t have the space or property to plant your personal garden there is a Community Garden in the County that does. Come be a part of a rewarding hobby and plant a garden with veggies, herbs or flowers of your own choice; exchange ideas with fellow gardeners and enjoy the outdoors, the Growing in the Heartland Community Garden has plots available for you to use at an extremely low cost. Each plot has been recently tilled so the soil is ready for planting and your plot includes your individual water source, all the gardening tools you will ever need, a shaded picnic area and fresh compost. To secure, for only $10 for 6 months, your own 25′ x 12′ plot of fertile ground and learn more details about the garden contact Susie Bishop at the Highlands Soil & Water Conservation District by calling 863-402-7020 or emailing sbishop@highlandsswcd.org.
Service Area
The Highlands Soil and Water Conservation District serves all of Highlands County in the area of the conservation and stewardship of our natural resources and manages programs for the entire state of Florida.
Get in Touch!
Highlands Soil & Water Conservation District
4505 George Blvd
Sebring FL 33875
Tel: 863-402-7020
Fax: 863-385-7028
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.