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  • Soil Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service (13 IL locations; due Mar. 7)

    Feb 27, 2023 2:30 pm by Miguel OrtizJobs

    Duties

    • Assists in gathering and assembling preliminary data for all resource concerns for use in developing complete basic farm conservation plans.
    • Understands all applicable NRCS and Farm Bill programs available to address resource concerns and explains cost share programs and payment procedures to applicants and contract holders.
    • Carries out a follow-up schedule for applying soil conservation practices in accordance with plan and contract schedules.
    • With supervision, utilizes most current technology programs in the documentation and management of conservation plans and technical assistance by the service center.

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment

    • You must be a US Citizen or US National.
    • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
    • Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. If selected you will be sent instructions on obtaining fingerprints. Please note we are not able to reimburse any fees incurred for fingerprints.
    • Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
    • Direct Deposit ? Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
    • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/.
    • Must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator's license for the type of vehicle(s) operated to perform the duties of this position.
    • Incumbent is required to obtain Conservation Planning Level certification.