Soil Conservationist: Lead Farm Resource Plans

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

Job summary

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) position is located within a state, area, or field office. The incumbent helps the Conservation Districts within the unit to develop a comprehensive natural resources conservation program and serves in multiple districts, including opportunities in Derwood, MD or Cooksville, MD.

The role focuses on managing agricultural resources, formulating soil and water conservation plans, and providing expert guidance to landowners and farm managers.

Qualifications

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Background investigation and/or fingerprint check required; reimbursements not provided.
• 1-year probationary period required for employment evaluation.
• Subject to one-year supervisory/managerial requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Soil Conservationist responsible for the overall management of agricultural resources and formulation/implementation of soil and water conservation plans.
• Provide guidance to landowners to implement selected alternatives.
• Develop comprehensive Conservation Plans for District Projects.
• Advise farm managers, farmers, and others on land use planning and development.
• Oversee farm bill program management in line with the Conservation Program Manual.
• Supervise federal employees in the field office and liaise between state and district staff.

Job description

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) position is located within a state, area, or field office. The incumbent helps the Conservation Districts within the unit to develop a comprehensive natural resources conservation program and serves in multiple districts, including opportunities in Derwood, MD or Cooksville, MD.

The role focuses on managing agricultural resources, formulating soil and water conservation plans, and providing expert guidance to landowners and farm managers.