https://jobs.mdc.mo.gov/job/Doniphan-Private-Land-Conservationist-MO-639359466/1192419700/
Summary/Objective
Provide technical expertise to private landowners to assist with their land management and natural resource management goals.
Essential Job Duties
- Assist with development and implementation of programs and policies that promote conservation.
- Administer various cost share programs to assist landowners with funding conservation projects.
- Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and policies, and make recommendations for improvement.
- Provide technical advice and assistance to private landowners to help them achieve their conservation goals, including site visits, cost share programs, workshops, etc.
- Build and maintain relationships and work cooperatively with other agencies and conservation partners to ensure comprehensive conservation.
- Perform inspections and on-site visits and answer customer questions via telephone, email and in-person discussion.
- Conduct training sessions and workshops, as required.
- Communicate regularly with internal and external stakeholders, agencies and partners.
- Inspect equipment for functionality and report needed repairs.
- Supervise and direct the work of applicable staff.
- Monitor spending in alignment with annual budget.
Ancillary Job Duties
- Various administrative duties, such as expense reimbursements, monthly reports, etc.
- Organize and/or participate in internal and external regional planning committees and councils.
- Execute special events and irregular programs, as needed.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries, Forestry or Wildlife Management, Biological Sciences, Criminal Justice, Agriculture or related field.
- At least three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience. A Professional Progress Plan (PPP) can be used in lieu of the 3 years’ experience.
- Ability to obtain Prescribed Burn Plan Certification.
- Ability to obtain Pesticide Applicator License.
- Ability to obtain NRCS Level 1 Conservation Planner Certification.
- Must maintain a valid, current driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of applicable software, including ArcMap GIS software and GPS.
- Understanding of conservation plan development and specific cost share programs and their requirements.
- Knowledge of federal and state conservation programs and policies.
- Knowledge of habitat management techniques for all Missouri ecotypes.
- Ability to communicate technical information, both verbally and in writing, to individuals with diverse interests and backgrounds.
- Ability to develop and present programs to individuals and groups.
- Ability to travel frequently and stay overnight occasionally.
- Ability to identify internal and external politics that impact the work of the Department.
- Ability to define a problem, analyze relevant information, and develop solutions and plans to solve the problem.
- Ability to take a long-term view of the Department’s and Division’s direction and articulate a vision which integrates key program goals, priorities, values, and other factors.
- Ability to make timely and effective decisions with available information or knowledge within own span of authority.
Work Environment
- Occasionally work in outdoor weather.
- Occasionally exposed to loud noises which may require the use of hearing protection.
Physical Abilities
- Move about grounds, both inside and outside of buildings.
- Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
- Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
- Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more, and three-dimensional vision.
- Regularly lift up to 10 pounds, correctly lift up to 75 pounds.
- Concentrated attention is required at all times.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.