Remote Private Lands Biologist – Missouri Conservation Impact

Ducks Unlimited Website; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. seeks a Private Lands Biologist to deliver conservation programs to private landowners and agricultural producers across Northeast Missouri.

The role emphasizes pollinator habitat, native grasslands, and regenerative agriculture to improve soil health and water quality. The successful candidate will collaborate with biologists, GIS specialists, and partners, traveling regionally from a home office and supporting watershed-scale planning through the Fabius Watershed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in wildlife management, biology, ecology, range management, agronomy, agriculture, natural resources, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Two or more years of professional experience related to conservation program delivery, habitat management, agriculture, agronomy, or wildlife management.
• Experience working directly with private landowners and agricultural producers.
• Knowledge of regenerative agriculture systems, soil health principles, wetlands, and conservation planning.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse partners and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel frequently, including occasional overnight travel.
• Ability to conduct field work in varying weather and terrain conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one technical assistance to private landowners and agricultural producers.
• Promote and implement pollinator habitat, native grasslands, field borders, buffers, and other wildlife-friendly conservation practices.
• Develop conservation plans that enhance habitat diversity while supporting agricultural productivity.
• Assist with delivery of the Fabius Watershed Initiative and associated conservation objectives.
• Promote regenerative agriculture practices, soil health principles, and water quality improvement practices.
• Coordinate implementation of Farm Bill conservation programs, including CRP, EQIP, CSP, ACEP, and other available funding opportunities.
• Conduct site assessments, habitat evaluations, and conservation planning activities.
• Organise and deliver workshops, field days, landowner meetings, and outreach events.
• Coordinate with NRCS, Missouri Department of Conservation, USDA partners, local conservation organizations, and agricultural stakeholders.
• Maintain project records, reporting requirements, and contract documentation.
• Participate in regional conservation planning efforts and other Ducks Unlimited initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Private landowner outreach

GIS experience

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife management or related field

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. seeks a Private Lands Biologist to deliver conservation programs to private landowners and agricultural producers across Northeast Missouri.

The role emphasizes pollinator habitat, native grasslands, and regenerative agriculture to improve soil health and water quality. The successful candidate will collaborate with biologists, GIS specialists, and partners, traveling regionally from a home office and supporting watershed-scale planning through the Fabius Watershed