Conservation Reserve Program Specialist Job at Buffalo Horse Inc, Standish, MI

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  • Buffalo Horse Inc
  • Standish, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

CONSERVATION RESERVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Conservation Reserve Program Specialist

Employment Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Location: Arenac County, Michigan

Security Requirements: Public Trust government security clearance

Preference: Native American Preference, FBIC Veteran Preference

POSITION SUMMARY:

Buffalo Horse Inc. is seeking a Conservation Reserve Program Specialist to support a key customer within the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS). The Michigan NRCS requires the support of individuals capable of working independently within the organization, while understanding NRCS conservation programs, administrative procedures, and office routines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work with landowners to develop, implement, maintain and revise conservation plans that are simple and clear-cut with the assistance of a higher graded conservationist.
  • Explain conservation programs with direct guidance using straightforward narrations of facts and uncomplicated descriptions of conservation practices.
  • Assist in the evaluation of the implementation of conservation plans and their alternatives
  • Work with landowners on the application and maintenance of conservation practices common to the work unit area.
  • Assist in conducting field investigations, surveys and assembly of data needed in the development of conservation practices for structural solutions to problems with water quality, erosion, drainage, and irrigation.
  • Inspect proposed sites, determine need and feasibility of conservation practices applicable to the location, advise on on-site selections, perform surveys and layout work.
  • Provide information to farmers, ranchers and other rural residents on the types of assistance available from Natural Resources Conservation Service and other USDA agencies.
  • Professional knowledge of agency policy and operating procedures in the National Food Security Act, as amended, Parts 510, 511, 514 and 519.
  • Knowledge of a variety of agricultural and natural resource management subjects such as agronomy, biology, forestry, hydrology, and applicable elements of engineering sufficient to identify wetland signatures.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be able to pass a public trust background investigation
  • Requires a High School Diploma or GED
  • One year of specialized experience and knowledge associated with natural resources
  • Practical experience assisting in providing routine technical support in soil conservation

JOB TYPE:

  • Full-time
  • Hourly
  • Non-Exempt

BENEFITS:

  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Company Paid Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays

Buffalo Horse, Inc. is a tribally owned corporation established by the Fort Belknap Indian Community (FBIC) for the purpose of providing contract services to federal, state, and private entities.

Buffalo Horse, Inc.'s goal is to develop a self-sustaining economy for the Aaniiih (Gros Ventre) and Nakoda (Assiniboine) Nations through new businesses, job creation, and resource development.

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