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.