Soil Health & Water Quality Outreach Specialist (#S4888PO)

Soil Health & Water Quality Outreach Specialist (#S4888PO)

The University of Vermont Extension Crop, Soil, and Pasture Team in Middlebury is looking for a new team member. You will provide outreach education, technical assistance to farmers, and support applied soil health and water quality research as part of sponsored projects including, but not limited to, the Lake Champlain Basin Conservation Effects Assessment Project and the Agricultural Clean Water Initiative Program. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of goCrop for nutrient management planning, ArcGIS for agriculture mapping, word processing and spreadsheet applications, and other agricultural related software. Working knowledge of USDA EQIP programs, Land Treatment plans, Nutrient Management plans, and NRCS conservation practice certification. Experience with field trial design, implementation, data collection and summary report preparation with cover crops and other soil health building practices. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

To learn more or apply, visit our website at: www.uvmjobs.com and search for Posting #S4888PO.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.