Agriland FS Winterset , IA 50273
Posted 2 weeks ago
AGRILAND FS is looking for a Conservation Agronomist who will provide conservation and agronomy technical assistance to local farmers and landowners to increase participation and engagement in programs and projects that promote the use of cover crops and nitrogen management. This individual will work closely with AGRILAND FS agronomy and location teams, building relationships with AGRILAND FS agronomy staff, local watershed projects, soil and water conservation district staff, and other conservation partners.
Core responsibilities:
Identify appropriate in-field agronomy and conservation practices for soil and water resource improvement
Promote the use of cover crops and nitrogen management in targeted geographies
Promote management practices and systems to address resource concerns, farmer/landowner conservation, production and productivity goals, and grant project goals
Execute on-farm research, including collection of data and management information
Monitor agronomic and conservation practice performance
Build relationships and serve as a technical agronomy and conservation liaison between watershed coordinators, other local conservation organizations and AGRILAND FS
Build relationships and coordinate projects with project sponsors and a variety of audiences in the ag retail territory including farmers, landowners, AGRILAND FS staff, CCA's and local partners
Prepare work plans, budgets, quarterly and annual reports, and support grant development and implementation
Coordinate with other AGRILAND FS departments and staff including communications and outreach
What we need from you:
Demonstrate knowledge of agronomy and environmental sciences
Proven ability to build relationships and identify producer needs
Ability to execute change
Proven professional communication skills (written and oral), customer service, interpersonal, presentation, and persuasion skills
Demonstrate planning, time management and organizational skills
Demonstrated the ability to be self-directed, make decisions, and work in a team-oriented environment
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. Require overnight travel on a limited basis
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
What we offer our team:
Home Office plus company vehicle and computer
Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and more
Solid retirement future with a 100% company-funded Pension Plan at no cost to you, plus an additional 401k with company match
Attractive compensation, plus recognition and excellent pay incentives for good job performance
Paid time off, sick pay, and paid holidays
Ability to grow a great career with a stable, financially sound, and growing company
Are you a good match to join the AGRILAND FS Team as a Conservation Agronomist? Apply now!
AGRILAND FS is an equal opportunity employer
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