Soil Conservationist (District Conservationist)

This position is located in a USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), state, area, or field office within a designated state. The incumbent assists the Conservation District(s) (CD) within the managerial unit, consisting of one or more counties or districts, in the development of a comprehensive natural resources conservation program. The incumbent performs expert professional duties to achieve an integrated system of sound land use and conservation treatment. Develop comprehensive Conservation Plans for District Projects comprising an extensive conservation program. Serve as a Soil Conservationist responsible for the overall management of agricultural resources, the formulation and implementation of soil and water conservation plans for all outgrants, and providing guidance and assistance to the landowner. Provides advice and assistance to farm managers, farmers, and other interested individuals and groups on the planning and development of land use regulations and develops plans best suited to individual units. Provide leadership with conservation planning of natural resources and other activities in cooperation with the Conservation District, tribes, and local, state, and federal conservation partners to address resource concerns on private lands. Formulates resource assessments and evaluations using the criteria in the Field Office Technical Guide (FOTG) for environmental evaluations, special concerns, planning criteria, measuring and assessment tools. Works with landowners on collection and analysis to identify problems, determine objectives, inventory resources and analyze resources. Implements decision support such as formulate alternatives, evaluate alternatives and make decisions to address the resource concerns – soil, water, air, plants, animals, energy and humans. Interviews and determines selection from available candidates. Develops training plans to ensure personnel are adequately qualified to perform assigned tasks and to ensure personnel are provided the opportunity to develop their skills to optimum level.