Conservation Planner
Position Summary
The primary focus of the Conservation Planner is to work closely with local landowners, staff, and conservation partners to develop and implement voluntary conservation plans. This position provides technical assistance, collects data, runs tools and models, helps write and manage grants, maintains equipment, and conducts outreach to support voluntary conservation on private land.
Position Details
FTE: Full Time (40 hours/week)
Compensation: Starting at $17.15 (DOE)
This position is funded through June 30, 2020 on grant-based funding and position will continue if additional grant funding and/or financial support is obtained.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences or closely related field. Qualifying experience may substitute year-for-year for the education requirement.
Two (2) years of experience working with riparian restoration, livestock management, or dry-land production agriculture farms/farmers.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Conservation Planner.
Working knowledge of local, state, and federal conservation programs through Farm Service Agency or Natural Resources Conservation Services currently available to landowners such as EQIP, CRP, CREP, etc.
Knowledge of watershed management, with an emphasis on streams and riparian zones.
Knowledge of local plant communities and ecology.
Application Instructions
To apply, please click the link here. Please be prepared to submit a letter of interest and a resume by March 31, 2019. Applications that do not include both a letter of interest and resume will not be considered. Palouse Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Description
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