South Dakota's
Association of
Conservation
Districts
Employees
Welcome to SDACDE
The South Dakota Association of Conservation Districts Employees (SDACDE) are here to support local conservation districts, promote professionalism, and provide resources for conservation employees. Join us in our mission to protect and preserve South Dakota's natural resources.
Our Purpose
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To promote resource conservation in South Dakota and in local conservation districts.
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To assist in the implementation of district programs and activites by serving as a communication link to SDACD and its committees.
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To establish and maintain a standard of professionalism for conservation district employees.
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To carry on an education and improvement program for conservation district employees.
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To instill in conservation district employees ethical practices and pride; and encourage dedicated service to employers.
Our Vision
To promote the professional development of its members, creating leaders with the skills and knowledge to deliver our conservation message
Meet our Board of Directors
Josh Wagner, President
Day Conservation District Manager
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Yvette Kirkman, Vice-President
Butte Conservation District Manager
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Tami Moore, Secretary/Treasurer
Miner Conservation District Manager
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Jean Fagerland, Coteau Area Director
Marshall Conservation District Manager
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Dawn Schulte, South James-Missouri Area Director
Charles Mix Conservation District Manager
Valerie Feddersen, Prairie Area Director
Jones Conservation District Manager
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John Parker, Vermillion/Big Sioux Area Director
Minnehaha Conservation District Manager
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Meshele Townsend, North Missouri Area Director
Edmunds Conservation District Manager
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Michael Baldwin, Hills Area Director
Custer Conservation District Manager
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Bonnie Schmidt, Northwest Area Director
Harding Conservation District Manager