Soil Conservationist
This position provides assistance in the development, planning, contracting and application of land conservation practices and programs.
- Assist in gathering and assembling preliminary data for all resource concerns for use in developing complete basic farm conservation plans, including conducting engineering surveys and preparing drawings for conservation practices common to the area.
- Understands all applicable NRCS and Farm Bill programs available to address resource concerns and explains cost share programs and payment procedures to applicants and contract holders.
- Carries out a follow-up schedule for applying soil conservation practices in accordance with plan and contract schedules.
- With supervision, utilizes most current technology programs in the documentation and management of conservation plans and technical assistance by the service center.