A Soil Conservationist is a line officer who plans the application of total resource management systems and provides conservation planning assistance from concept evaluation to completion. Common duties and responsibilities listed on the Soil Conservationist Resume include the following – monitoring the condition of the land and developing ways to enhance sustainability, conserve soil and counter erosion, surveying land and advising builders on preventive measures regarding erosion, suggesting which crops to grow and promote crop rotation, helping landowners with issues such as dealing with soil, water, air, plants, and animal resource concerns.
Most positions necessitate the completion of a bachelor’s degree program. Commonly acceptable coursework includes geology, ecology, data analysis, soil fertility, soil science, environmental studies, or range management. Other crucial skills include – deep knowledge of soil conservation techniques, operational knowledge of tools and machinery of the trade, the ability to work with land users and associates, and excellent communication skills.
Summary : Motivated and results-oriented young professional with exceptional communication skills and customer service, seeking a position of responsibility in which the company and prosperous.
Skills : GIS, Microsoft Word, Managing Skills.
Description :
Worked with private landowners to provide technical advice on soil and water engineering practices, fertilizer recommendations, pest management, grazing management, forestry, wildlife habitat improvement, water quality, air quality, erosion control.
Worked with municipalities, various levels of government, tribal entities, individual landowners.
Introduced residue management practices to Alaska.
Approximately 75% of small grain acres in Delta Junction are now planted using mulch till or no-till methods.
Worked with approximately 75% of the Delta Junction farms on fertilizer management and developing integrated pest management plans.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MS In Natural Resources And Environmental Sciences
Soil Conservationist Resume
Summary : Motivated, personable business professional with 10 years of experience working with landowners and operators in the agriculture, oil industry, environmental, and wind energy sector. Also, have 5+ years in agriculture with an agricultural studies degree.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Exell, Powerpoint, GIS, GPS.
Description :
Planned the application of total resource management systems and provide conservation planning assistance from initial evaluation to completion.
Helped landowners with issues such as dealing with soil, water, air, plants, and animal resource concerns.
Published articles to the local newspaper.
Coordinated and performed multiple outreach events to increase awareness of NRCS programs.
Utilized Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Utilized Adobe Acrobat program.
Demonstrated filing and organizational techniques.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
BS In Plant Science
Soil Conservationist Resume
Headline : Seeking an opportunity of Greenhouse Technician / Laboratory Technician where one can use 20 years of combined agricultural and horticultural crop experience ranging from grain crops to wetland forage species. The activities are included assisting field, greenhouse, and laboratory projects for research or seed products.
Skills : PowerPoints, Microsoft Works And Excels, WebTACS Timesheets, Soil Data Mart, Web-based Soil Survey, ArcGIS, NRCS Toolkit And Share Points For Data Entry, Microscopes.
Description :
Worked closely with civil engineering technicians (CETs) on grassed waterways and macro topographies by surveying, and designing, and assisting district conservationists in the field office.
Participated in the Wetland Reserve Program (WRP) ranking and implemented the conservation practices for the WRP.
Inspected and evaluated the conservation problems at the clients' sites.
Counseled district conservationists on the tree planting and grasses/forage planting plans.
Developed plans, applications of practices, and cost estimates for WRP.
Reviewed proposed wetland restoration easement and provide technical recommendations.
Collected data information of each county for the National Resources Inventory.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Biology
Soil Conservationist Resume
Summary : As a Soil Conservationist, Responsible for Assisting 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.
Skills : Planning Skills, Program Management.
Description :
Utilized Toolkit/Protracts programs in the documentation and management of conservation plans and technical assistance by the service center.
Carried out a follow-up schedule for applying soil conservation practices in accordance with plan and contract schedules.
Worked with District Conservationists to conduct environmental education on natural resource issues, water quality, and general conservation.
Prepared and processed Farm Bill Program payments.
Verified the accuracy of information and documents.
Provided information to the public on Farm Bill programs by creating reference materials, providing instructions, and explaining the application process.
Scheduled and maintained appointments for the local Field Office personnel as needed.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
M.S. In Agricultural Business
Soil Conservationist Resume
Summary : As a Soil Conservationist, Responsible for Assisting in obligating and managing Farm Bill programs (EQIP, CSP, CSP-GCI, ACEP ALE, and along with Project WINGS), etc., contracts by uploading documents into the Document ManagementSystem.
Skills : Proficient In Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Description :
Worked to provide technical assistance to farmers and ranchers in the installation of conservation practices to protect natural resources.
Responsible for working with clients to identify resource concerns.
Determine producer objectives, plan alternatives, develop conservation plans which included scheduling conservation practices and developing job sheets.
Check out completed conservation practices in the field for adherence to NRCS standards and specifications, and provide documentation for producer's reimbursement of cost-share practices.
Worked to provide development of conservation plans and provide continued technical assistance and follow-up for approximately 100 producers to seed 50,000 acres to grass enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program.
Provided assistance to the District Conservationist in conservation program delivery for the Environment Quality Incentives Program.
Provided technical assistance to individuals and groups of farmers in the development of soil and water conservation plans.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MS In Plant And Soil Science
Soil Conservationist Resume
Objective : Looking to obtain aSoil Conservationist position that will enable using working skills, educational background, abilities, and experiences to further expand knowledge and work ethics in a positive environment and become an asset to the company.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Map Reading, SAP.
Description :
Contacted and assisted landowners in the development of conservation plans for effective land use and water management.
Secured physical data and prepared planning maps.
Assisted with construction surveys and inspection of work in progress.
Attended meetings and presented factual reports as assigned.
Participated in the administrative functions of the field office.
Worked with clients in multiple lands uses to solve complex resource issues.
Worked extensively to develop conservation plans which included conservation practices identified to minimize soil erosion rates and keep cropland healthy and productive.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS In Forestry
Soil Conservationist Resume
Summary : Regulatory and Environmental professional with experience adapting to changing corporate cultures. Quick to learn new skills, organized and reliable. Some strengths include managing records thru the use of databases and spreadsheets, spearheading cost-saving initiatives, knowledge of a variety of permitting needs, and managing consultants.
Worked outside year-round with farmers to identify natural resource concerns and develop Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plans, nutrient management plans, and irrigation schedules.
Developed and implemented trial plans for agronomic and native plants by coordinating with our Plant Materials Centers and local farmers.
Regularly visited implemented conservation projects to observe, document, and collect data to ensure quality and allow improvement of future projects.
Utilized organizational and communication skills to ensure projects are completed timely and correctly while meeting the needs of farmers and balancing the competing demands and priorities of Local, State, and Federal leadership.
Directed a 3-person field office and communicated with the off-site supervisor to ensure business needs are met.
Voluntarily enrolled in a Rosetta Stone course to learn Spanish in order to better communicate with local farmers.
Worked with landowners and agricultural producers in developing and revising conservation plans to prevent erosion, conserve water, and increase wildlife habitat.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
B.S. In Ornamental Horticulture
Soil Conservationist Resume
Summary : Background is in agriculture research and conservation however have retired from the government and wish to supplement income. Have many years of professional experience that brings with me maturity, the ability to communicate well with others, the ability to problem-solve issues, and work well with people.
Skills : Microsoft Office, GIS Software.
Description :
Provided technical assistance for conservation practices to landowners that are economically and technically feasible that adhere to NRCS policy and address resource concerns.
Planned and implemented practices to comply with Clean Water Act (CWA) regulations, as well as partners for the outreach of the USDA programs to the public.
Ranked and contract Farm Bill Program applications in Program Contracts System (PROTRACTS).
Assisted the Bastrop Field Office in contracting 34 Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) applications and contracts leading to an 84% increase in dollars obligated from the previous year.
Contracted 9 Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) applications obligating over $280,000 to improve conservation on farmland.
Assisted landowners with the completion of program applications, cost-share program contracts, and the submission of necessary documents.
Reviewed and provided analysis of legal documents, for accuracy and relevance, submitted by individuals, entities, and joint ventures to release cost-share payments.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
M.S. In Agricultural Business
Soil Conservationist Resume
Headline : Interested in permanent full-time employment with a government agency or private company where one can use knowledge and skills to serve the employer to the best of ability.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Windows, Mac OS X, Management, Sales, Retail.
Description :
Performed analysis of types of soil.
Modeled information using specialist computer applications and prepared reports.
Assisted with planning and surveying for land development purposes.
Assisted customers with information on different feeders needed.
Assisted customers with handling the products purchased.
Educated customers with home on-site assistance of product usage.
Engineered water storage reservoirs, tanks, pump systems, and pipelines for large ranches and farms.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Business Finance Management
Soil Conservationist Resume
Objective : Highly qualified Soil Conservationist with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Microsoft Office; Sketch Up.
Description :
Gave over 20 presentations at producer-held meetings in Curry, Roosevelt, and Quay Counties regarding Highly Erodible Land Compliance requirements as mandated by the 1986 Food Security Act.
Developed pollinator habitat seed mixes for use in home garden/small landowner situations.
Approximately 50% of the high tunnel landowners are using these seed mixes.
Work with landowners to develop irrigation plans for a wide variety of crops including row crops such as potatoes, and onions, hay crops such as alfalfa, and grass hay, and pasture.
Assist the District Conservationist, technically and administratively, in managing soil, water, and resource conservation programs.
Designed waste digestive systems, mulching, and compost plans.
Designed irrigation systems to efficiently distribute water and fertilization to crops.
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