Farm Bill Wildlife Habitat Specialist I

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever; Ridgway (IL); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Illinois is seeking biologists to provide conservation technical assistance and coordinate Farm Bill programs at USDA Service Centers. You will work with NRCS and PFQF staff and engage with local chapters to promote habitat improvements.

The role emphasizes on-site support for private lands, collaboration across agencies, and ongoing education of landowners. A BS in Wildlife Management and knowledge of Farm Bill programs are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agency staff.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele.
• Knowledge of wildlife ecology, grassland, wetland and early succession habitat management including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans.
• Strong background in prescribed fire, both implementation and education.
• Knowledge of conservation and wildlife programs provided by federal Farm Bill (WRP, CRP, SAFE, EQIP, CSP, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and ArcGIS is required.
• Valid driver's license required; use of personal vehicle required with a mileage reimbursement provided.

Responsabilités

• Provide technical assistance (wildlife habitat focus) and guidance to private landowners, government agencies, non-government organizations and other groups primarily through federal Farm Bill programs.
• Communicate program requirements, complete site visits to determine eligibility, and develop contract documents for applicants and participants of Farm Bill conservation programs and other local and state programs
• Review plans and specifications for feasibility for implementation under Farm Bill program contract rules, etc
• Specific activities for CRP may include evaluations and conservation planning for new and re-enrolled contracts, mid-contract management and maintenance evaluations and recommendations, and status reviews
• Provide on-site landowner technical assistance for conservation practice implementation
• Coordinate and conduct training sessions which include workshops and tours for landowners and resource professionals
• Work with local PF/QF chapters to assist with habitat program education and outreach and provide technical assistance for habitat projects

Connaissances

Communication

Independence

Wildlife ecology

Prescribed fire

Organization

Verbal/written comm

Formation

BS in Wildlife Management

Outils

Word

Excel

ArcGIS

Description du poste

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Illinois is seeking biologists to provide conservation technical assistance and coordinate Farm Bill programs at USDA Service Centers. You will work with NRCS and PFQF staff and engage with local chapters to promote habitat improvements.

The role emphasizes on-site support for private lands, collaboration across agencies, and ongoing education of landowners. A BS in Wildlife Management and knowledge of Farm Bill programs are preferred.