Work with farmers, ranchers, foresters and private land owners to develop innovative conservation plans to address environmental problems. Write, manage, modify and certify payments for Farm Bill conservation contracts while providing technical assistance to contract participants. Conduct regular follow up on all scheduled contract practice requirements put in place to address conservation and/or land management goals. Trained to identify wetlands as well as assess pasture, forest, grassland, and cropland health. Trained to write comprehensive, whole farm, nutrient management plans for concentrated animal feeding operations to ensure proper distribution and disposal of animal waste. Provide technical knowledge to Farm Service Agency staff and sign off on payments for Farm Service Agency technical & scientific programs. Conduct weekly field office staff meetings, manage summer intern training, and represent the Natural Resources Conservation Service at community outreach meetings. Work with the district conservationist to conduct environmental education on natural resource issues, water quality, and general conservation.
Listed skills include Microsoft Office, Arcmap, Bird Banding, Soil Science, and 8 others.