• Conservation Equipment Specialist

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Conservation Equipment Specialist

    Posting Summary

    Work collaboratively to facilitate primarily externally focused community services, programs, and educational projects to influence, define, and support University outreach goals. This individual will function as a member of the University of Vermont Extension as part of the Champlain Valley Crop Soils and Pasture Team to conduct an integrated and comprehensive educational and outreach assistance program in the areas of farm management, agronomic field crop production and natural resource conservation practices to promote improved farm viability and surface water quality. Primary duties will be carried out in the Champlain Valley and occasionally other areas of Vermont, as needed. Major responsibilities include developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating outreach education and technical assistance programs provided to the local farming community in the area of livestock, crop, soil, manure, and nutrient management and implementation of approved Best Management Practices to reduce soil and nutrient losses into waters of the state. This position is also responsible for education and demonstration related to the use of conservation equipment such as (but not limited to) no-till planters, no-till pasture drills, aerators, subsoilers, and manure spreaders. Carry out support and implementation duties on grants related to improved agricultural practices and water quality. Provide support for the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition. While this is a collaborative position, it functions independently, often balancing the needs and objectives of multiple projects with varying deliverables

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

    Bachelor’s degree in a related or specialized field and two years’ related experience required as related to agriculture in livestock, soils, crop, and nutrient management and conservation BMP practices required. Knowledge of environmental issues, effective human relation and communication skills necessary to work with farmers. Effective writing skills and proficient in the use of computers and other electronic technologies including but not limited to mobile applications, GIS / GPS , and risk management tools. Goal setting, data collection and progress reporting skills. In depth knowledge about operation and maintenance of farming equipment and the ability to train farmers in proper operation of equipment is needed. Also knowledge of hand tools such as soil probes and penetrometers is essential.

    Desirable Qualifications

    Certified crop advisor status is desirable as is a working knowledge of NRCS , VAAFM , VACD , UVM Extension, and NGO watershed group programming and funding mechanisms. The ability to manage multiple projects with a wide range of people in a very dynamic working environment.

     

    Anticipated Pay Range $46,000 to $52,000

    Other Information

    This is an Extension/outreach position that will require working in outdoor settings, sometimes under adverse weather conditions. The job may occasionally require working on weekends or evenings.

     

    Special Conditions Position located in different city, Bargaining unit position, A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

     

    FLSA Non-Exempt

     

    Union Position Yes, UVMSU

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location Middlebury, Vermont, United States

     

    Job Open Date 02/24/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Our Common Ground Statement

    The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

    Position Information

    Position Title Outreach Specialist

     

    Posting Number S5547PO

     

    Department Ext - Programming & Fac Sup/50040

     

    Position Number 00027490

     

    Percent of Full-Time 1.0

     

    Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

     

    Term (months per year) 12

     

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    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application

     

    Optional Documents