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What is a conservation assistant?

Conservation Assistants are professionals who support the preservation and care of cultural heritage items such as artworks, historical documents, textiles, and artifacts. They typically work under the supervision of conservators in museums, galleries, libraries, or archives. Their responsibilities include handling and preparing objects for display or storage, assisting with conservation treatments, maintaining records, and ensuring safe environmental conditions for collections. Conservation Assistants play a vital role in protecting valuable items for future generations by helping to prevent deterioration and damage.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a conservation assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Conservation Assistant, you need knowledge of conservation techniques, environmental science, and often a relevant degree or experience in natural resource management. Familiarity with GIS software, data collection tools, and basic laboratory or field equipment is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams are valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate data collection, effective support of conservation projects, and smooth collaboration with scientists and stakeholders.

What are some typical challenges conservation assistants face when working in the field or with collections?

Conservation Assistants often encounter challenges such as handling delicate artifacts or specimens, maintaining detailed documentation, and adhering to strict conservation protocols. In the field, environmental conditions or limited resources can make preservation efforts more complex. Additionally, they must collaborate closely with conservators, scientists, and other staff to ensure best practices are followed, which requires strong communication and adaptability. These challenges offer valuable learning opportunities and contribute to professional growth in the conservation field.

What is the difference between Conservation Assistant vs Environmental Technician?

AspectConservation AssistantEnvironmental Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in conservation or environmental scienceHigh school diploma; often requires environmental technician certification or related training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor conservation sites, parks, wildlife reservesLaboratories, field sites, environmental monitoring locations
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies, parks, conservation organizationsEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies, research institutions

Both Conservation Assistants and Environmental Technicians work in environmental fields, often outdoors, but Conservation Assistants focus more on hands-on conservation activities, while Environmental Technicians tend to perform technical testing and data collection. The roles overlap in credentials and work environments, making them common comparison choices for those interested in environmental careers.

What are the most commonly searched types of Conservation jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Conservation jobs in Virginia are:

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Conservation Assistant jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Conservation Assistant job openings:

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Infographic showing various Conservation Assistant job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Conservation Technician

National Experienced Workforce Solutions

Bedford, VA • On-site

$20.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Conservation TechnicianID:AVA1-020Location:BedfordProgram:ACE
Wage/Hr:$20.50Hours/Week:24Minimum Age:55

Disclaimer: This is not a federal position. This role is offered through a partnership agreement and does not constitute an NRCS hiring action.

This position is a non-federal role funded through an existing agreement between NRCS and NEW Solutions. The enrollee will provide direct support to farmers and landowners, enabling the implementation of conservation practices on the ground. This role contributes to NRCS's mission by enhancing capacity in field offices and ensuring timely assistance to producers. It is designed to free up NRCS staff for emergency and high-priority responses, not to replace federal staff.

This role helps ensure continued progress on conservation planning, practice implementation, and technical assistance, especially in high-demand or disaster-affected areas. It aligns with the Administration's priorities for farmer-first, field-facing, and partner-enabled capacity expansion.

For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) has specialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55+) with full-time and part-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of Federal Agencies across the United States.

NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55+) with the Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS). These are experienced professionals who provide technical and professional assistance to the Department of Agriculture for the Agriculture Conservation Experienced Services (ACES) Program.

Benefits: Paid Health Insurance Premium for positions budgeted at 60+ hours per pay period, Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Federal Holidays, and optional Vision and Dental Insurance available for positions budgeted at 35+ hours per pay period.

Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period. Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions is temporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee is an ?at-will? relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminate enrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and the Agency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.

PLEASE NOTE: An ?ACES Enrollee? is not a federal employee, nor an employee of NEW Solutions. An ?ACES Enrollee? is a participant in a grant program established through a Cooperative Agreement funded by the USDA-NRCS and administered by NEW Solutions.

This opportunity applies to applicants legally eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 10 year(s) of experience in Natural resources planning, conservation planning and engineering designs. OR AA Degree in Agriculture, Chemistry, Biology

  • Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel
Duties:

Provide assistance to the Rustburg Service Center (USDA NRCS) staff by assisting with the current CTA General and Farm Bill workload. Support activities within Area II when there are workload situations that will impact the whole Area.

  • Help with Farm Bill activities that will support the implementation of applications and contracts by using the standard conservation and assessment tools available in the Field office, i.e., Conservation Planning (I&E) activities, CART, CD, NRCS-CPA-52, develop conservation maps, etc.   30%
  • Engineering design - survey & layout of conservation practices; Conservation practice inspection / check-out to support Farm Bill programs and contracts; Assist in the training of new USDA NRCS staff.   30%
  • Help develop CTA General conservation plans using the standard conservation and assessment tools available in the Field office, i.e., Conservation Planning (I&E) activities, CART, CD, NRCS-CPA-52, etc.   25%
  • Assist with FSA Compliance Reviews within Area II boundaries; Assist with any emergency programs, i.e., Emergency Conservation Program for site visits, designs, layout and inspections.   15%

Other:
  • Complete annual agency and department training (i.e., any AgLearn training that is assigned to the individual).
  • Overnight travel: .
  • Physical requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

NEW Solutions is committed to promoting equal opportunity and to an environment free from discrimination and harassment in any form administering Experienced Worker Programs under cooperative agreements with federal agencies. It is NEW Solutions' policy to comply with all applicable laws that provide equal opportunity and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in enrolling participants in the federal programs.