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Communicate with critical stakeholders, including county conservation districts, State Conservation Commission, USDA NRCS, and other private and public entities involved in agricultural conservation ...

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What is the USDA NRCS?

The USDA NRCS stands for the United States Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service. It is a federal agency that provides technical and financial assistance to farmers, ranchers, and landowners to help conserve, maintain, and improve natural resources on private lands. The NRCS focuses on issues like soil health, water quality, wildlife habitat, and sustainable agriculture. Through programs and partnerships, it supports voluntary conservation efforts across the country.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a USDA NRCS professional?

To excel as a USDA NRCS professional, you typically need a background in natural resources, agriculture, environmental science, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with GIS software, conservation planning tools, and federal conservation program guidelines is essential. Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills are important for effectively working with landowners and partner organizations. These abilities ensure the successful development and implementation of conservation practices that benefit both agriculture and the environment.

What are some common challenges faced by employees working for USDA NRCS, and how can they be addressed?

Employees at the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) often encounter challenges such as balancing fieldwork with administrative duties, adapting to changing conservation policies, and building relationships with diverse landowners. Addressing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, up-to-date training on policy changes, and effective communication with both colleagues and stakeholders. Many NRCS offices support staff through mentorship programs, collaborative team meetings, and ongoing professional development opportunities to help employees succeed in their roles.
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Forester - South Dakota

Rapid City, SD • On-site

National Wild Turkey Federation
Non-Profits • 201 - 500 employees
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$54K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist partners in promoting management of privately owned forested lands and riparian areas for multiple resource benefits.

  • Develop and implement forest management plans, including silvicultural practices and forest management activities.

  • Provide technical assistance, develop conservation projects, and promote awareness of conservation programs.

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Contract
Description
The National Wild Turkey Federation is seeking qualified candidates for a forester position, to be located in Rapid City or Custer, South Dakota. The position will be a cooperative position and will be responsible for promoting forest & riparian management on private lands in the Black Hills region of South Dakota. This is a full time, term position expiring September 2027, with the potential to extend the term.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Assists partners in promoting management of privately owned forested lands and riparian areas for multiple resource benefits, including forest health, wildlife habitat, fuels reduction and water quality; provides forestry assistance to private landowners, communities and public agencies to achieve optimum environmental, economic and social benefits from forest resources; implements silvicultural practices and delivers technical assistance and financial assistance programs under the direction of cooperating partners.
DUTIES:
  • Provide multiple resource management planning that addresses significant forest and riparian health concerns on private lands through the delivery of technical assistance and available federal and state financial assistance programs
  • Develop consensus among partners and provide recommendations for working in oak, aspen and other hardwood stands and riparian areas to ensure these critical habitats are included in private lands management planning
  • Work with local conservation districts to identify and plan multi-partner landscape level conservation projects
  • Provide expertise related to management of wildlife habitat beneficial to wild turkeys, elk, deer and other wildlife species with emphasis placed on forest health, including forest thinning, proper grazing regimes and riparian improvements
  • Prepare and implement forest management plans based on accepted silvicultural practices
  • Prepare forest management project contracts, providing specifications and prescriptions for thinning, mastication, slash treatments, and other forest management activities
  • Obtain Tree Farm Inspector Certification and work to promote and maintain certification of Tree Farms in the region
  • Develop and deliver innovative forest management techniques to landowners and cooperators through workshops, written materials, field days and educational programs
  • Provide internal review and input as requested on need, purpose and design during all stages of USDA-NRCS program forest management project planning and implementation
  • Promote awareness and collaboration of state, federal and local conservation programs and planning, and acquire project support through engagement with conservation organizations, local conservation groups, industry and local communities
  • Develop relationships and working partnerships with the USDA-NRCS offices, USDA-U.S. Forest Service, SD Game Fish and Parks Dept., SD Dept. of Agriculture Resource Conservation & Forestry, Conservation NGO's, County Weed and Pest Management, County Commissioners, Private Forest Industry, Mountain Pine Beetle Conservation Leaders Group, Mountain Pine Beetle Working Group and Tree Farm committee

Requirements
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Preferred candidates will possess experience working in ponderosa pine ecosystems, riparian communities and knowledge of wild turkeys, forest wildlife and their habitat requirements; knowledge of forest entomology, pathology, forest management and planning for major silvicultural types of the region; knowledge of basic surveying principles, map reading and GIS/GPS technology, ArcGIS skills; ability to apply professional scientific techniques to the land for which responsibilities are assigned; ability to effectively cooperate with private landowners, the general public, cooperators and peers; skills in the use and operation of forestry field equipment and ATVs; skills in communicating both orally and in written form to convey clear, persuasive messages that positively influence the thoughts and actions of others; proficient skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of forestry and wildlife biology
  • Strong organizational skills and capability to work independently with little direct supervision
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in Forestry from a SAF-Accredited Program or other natural resource degree with a strong forestry emphasis, or relevant experience (Applicants with a Master's degree in forestry or education/experience in wildlife management are preferred) .
  • Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Outlook

This position will remain posted until filled.
Salary Description
$54,757 Minimum Annual Salary

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