Conservation Lands Lead

Default Brand; Alden Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Agricultural Group is seeking a full-time Grounds and Conservation Lead to oversee care of conservation lands and grounds across livestock production facilities. You will operate equipment, restore native habitat, and maintain a sharp appearance at each site while partnering with government agencies on land management strategy.

The role requires self-direction, strong communication, and organizational skills, with responsibilities spanning grounds preservation, conservation land

Qualifications

• Self-directed and adaptable; works effectively with minimal supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with staff and agencies
• Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, while prioritizing work
• Ability to operate power tools and large agricultural equipment and hand tools
• Basic knowledge of GPS and field navigation
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory MVR; CDL preferred or obtainable

Responsibilities

• Lead groundskeeping projects across livestock production sites, including seed/maintaining bluegrass lawns, mowing, trimming, planting trees, spraying, and installing driplines
• Partner with staff and government agencies to manage conservation properties and prepare areas for native grasses and forbs
• Perform spring prescribed burns and related maintenance such as mowing and spraying to control invasive species
• Manage routine repair and maintenance on equipment (skid loaders, tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws)
• Support timber stand improvement projects and food plot prep
• Work weekends or evenings as needed for seasonal staffing demands

Skills

Self-directed

Strong communication

Organized and detail-oriented

Teamwork

Weather adaptability

Education

AS/BS in conservation field

Valid driver’s license

CDL preferred

Tools

GPS knowledge

Job description

Summit Agricultural Group is seeking a full-time Grounds and Conservation Lead to oversee care of conservation lands and grounds across livestock production facilities. You will operate equipment, restore native habitat, and maintain a sharp appearance at each site while partnering with government agencies on land management strategy.

The role requires self-direction, strong communication, and organizational skills, with responsibilities spanning grounds preservation, conservation land