Grazing Specialist

Ducks Unlimited, the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our conservation team in Florida. The Grazing Specialist position will work in partnership with Ducks Unlimited and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), focused on delivering voluntary conservation programs on private working lands. 

The Grazing Specialist will work closely with DU, NRCS staff, landowners, and other conservation partners to implement and promote grazing-based conservation practices that enhance habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife, improve soil health, and support working agricultural operations. 

This position may be remote or based in an NRCS Field Office, if available. If remote, the candidate must be within proximity to central and south Florida, where most work will occur. Travel throughout the state may be required. This position will report to the DU Manager of Conservation Programs – Florida. 

This is a 3-year term position with potential for continuation in future years as performance and additional workload warrants. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance to landowners and producers for the development and implementation of grazing practices and conservation plans in alignment with NRCS conservation programs (ex. EQIP, CSP).
• Work with landowners to implement conservation grazing practices that support wetland function, wildlife habitat, and sustainable livestock production.
• Ensure conservation practices planned and installed meet applicable NRCS conservation practice standards, specifications, and program requirements.
• Assist with field assessments, vegetation monitoring, plan development, project oversight, and practice check out.
• Collaborate with DU staff, NRCS personnel, and conservation partners to coordinate outreach, education, and project delivery.
• Assist with implementation of a pilot incentive program for landowners by conducting outreach to raise program awareness, evaluating eligible grazing practices, facilitating landowner agreements, and processing incentive payments.
• Maintain complete and accurate records for reporting conservation projects and outcomes.