Nutrient Stewardship Specialist I

MDA Ofc of Resource Cnsrv - Nutrient Management; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nutrient Management Specialist I at the Maryland Department of Agriculture, Office of Resource Conservation, Nutrient Management Program, reviews nutrient management plans and monitors implementation statewide, including Allegany, Garrett, and Washington counties.

You will provide technical assistance, enforce Maryland regulations on nutrient application, conduct plan-implementation visits, address complaints, maintain inspection records, and prepare reports for program evaluation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 24 credit hours in agronomy, soil science, crops, horticulture, or environmental science.
• One year of experience in agronomy, soil fertility, nutrient management planning, or related farming.
• Valid Maryland driver's license.
• Must obtain and maintain Nutrient Management Certificate within one year.
• Nutrient Management Consultant Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Review nutrient management plans and monitor implementation statewide and in Allegany, Garrett, and Washington counties.
• Provide technical assistance and enforce compliance with Maryland's nutrient regulations.
• Conduct plan implementation visits and address complaints.
• Maintain inspection records and prepare reports for program evaluation.

Skills

1 year agronomy/soil experience

Education

Bachelor's degree with 24 credit hours in agronomy/soil science/crops/horticulture/environmental science

Must obtain Nutrient Management Certificate within 1 year

Tools

Nutrient Management Consultant Certification (preferred)

Maryland Driver's License

Job description

The Nutrient Management Specialist I at the Maryland Department of Agriculture, Office of Resource Conservation, Nutrient Management Program, reviews nutrient management plans and monitors implementation statewide, including Allegany, Garrett, and Washington counties.

You will provide technical assistance, enforce Maryland regulations on nutrient application, conduct plan-implementation visits, address complaints, maintain inspection records, and prepare reports for program evaluation.