District Soil & Water Conservation Leader

Natural Resources Conservation Service; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural Resources Conservation Service seeks a District Conservationist to lead conservation planning and coordinate with landowners, tribes, and partners in a multi-county district. The role supervises federal staff and ensures quality and quantity of work across field offices.

The incumbent directs the development and implementation of soil and water conservation plans, guiding landowners through practices from design to inspection and certification in compliance with Guide standards and

Qualifications

• Specialized Experience for GS-11 level includes knowledge of soil and water conservation and related sciences.
• Experience in providing guidance on conservation problems and in preparing conservation plans.
• Substitution options include graduate study or combination of education and experience to total 100%.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on soil interpretations, erosion control, and water quality improvements.
• Prepare conservation or resource management plans and provide financial or implementation assistance.
• Communicate technical information to landowners, land managers, and residents; coordinate with partners.

Skills

Conservation planning

Soil interpretation

Erosion control measures

Water quality improvements

Livestock management

Wildlife habitat

Forest management

Education

Soil conservation or related field degree

30 semester hours in natural resource/agriculture with 12 in soils/crops

Job description

Natural Resources Conservation Service seeks a District Conservationist to lead conservation planning and coordinate with landowners, tribes, and partners in a multi-county district. The role supervises federal staff and ensures quality and quantity of work across field offices.

The incumbent directs the development and implementation of soil and water conservation plans, guiding landowners through practices from design to inspection and certification in compliance with Guide standards and