Deadline: Fri, 02/02/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: Oregon Location Detail: McMinnville, Oregon Job Description: · Provide technical assistance and guidance to private landowners and other groups for federal, state, and local conservation programs. · Meet with landowners, contractors, and/or agency partners to provide technical assistance in the planning, design, and implementation of conservation practices. · Assist with NRCS practice specifications, implementation, certifications and provide site specific technical assistance. · Develop project summaries, fact sheets for landowners, annual practice reminder letters, and other relevant reports. · Perform other related duties as assigned, including USDA and SWCD program education and outreach. · Receive, maintain, and stay current with USDA technical assistance and programmatic training. · Develop long-term conservation plans to improve wildlife habitat and satisfy federal, state and local government requirements. · Help clients apply for federal and state programs and provide service to existing contracts. · Assist with public information activities as appropriate, including news article writing, workshops, field days and other activities. · Provide monthly written reports on activities. Working Conditions: · This position requires the ability to walk on uneven and steep terrain for long periods of time, in all kinds of weather throughout the year. · This position may also require the use of an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV), the operation of 4WD vehicles. · This position requires long periods of sitting in an office using computers. · Interactions with the public, local residents, and other partners is frequent and requires a well-developed sense of diplomacy. Qualifications: · Minimum qualifications are a bachelor’s degree in conservation, biology, agriculture, or closely related field with three years of work experience in your field. · Valid driver’s license Expected Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners, partner agencies, conservation partner organizations, and the public. · Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member. · Ability to work cooperatively with diverse clientele. · Knowledge of upland wildlife habitat management, and awareness of conservation planning, ecological restoration, and invasive plant species management. · Excellent verbal/written communication, coordination, and organizational skills. · Experience or education in designing presentations and presenting information using various formats such as PowerPoint, posters, kiosks, etc. · Knowledge of computer skills is required, and applicant should be familiar with ARC GIS, Word and Excel. · Ability to use NRCS Conservation Desktop, GIS applications, and GPS systems would be beneficial. Training will be provided by NRCS. · Current NRCS Planner Certification is desirable. · Knowledge of Willamette Valley ecosystems, specifically Oregon white oak and upland prairie habitats and the native and non-native plants within them · Knowledge of agricultural landscapes, common farming and land use practices is desirable. · Valid driver’s license and skillset to drive in inclement weather. · Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time over rough terrain; work in all types of weather conditions. · Ability to obtain USDA Security Clearance and a federal eAuthentication account to securely access USDA business tools and client files Salary: Up to $55,000 Commensurate with Experience + health benefits, and 401K options How to Apply: ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Please combine your cover letter, resume and 3 references into a single Word document or PDF file before uploading to the “Resume” area of your application on the Recruitment website at www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs . Additional questions may be directed to Al Eiden, West Region Director, at aeiden@pheasantsforever.org
