Technical Assistance Coordinator - Northern Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center

Northern Missouri Research, Extension, and Education Center (NM-REEC)

As part of a Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) grant, this position produces, coordinates and implements various departmental training curriculum and may oversee specific departmental education programs within the Agricultural Experiment Station and specific to the Northern Missouri Research, Extension, and Education Center (NM-REEC). This would include but is not limited to, planning and assessing educational needs as well as evaluating and updating program materials and manuals on an ongoing basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gathers preliminary resource inventory data and information on the physical features or agricultural and other natural resource sites Under the guidance of a supervisor or Research Scientist, the coordinator recommends to end users a range of solutions or alternatives to develop conservation solutions. Incumbent assists University and NRCS staff with data collection as requested.
• The coordinator provides technical support to the conservation planners in resource planning by utilizing applicable NRCS survey tools and planning software, and assists NRCS staff with data collection as requested through the Field Office. This may involve travel to various research site locations, work in outdoor conditions, and use of various farm or research equipment.
• Computes and plots engineering notes, prepares field sketches and drawings, and selects standard designs, modifying or adjusting them to site conditions within the limits of the incumbent's engineering practice review and approval limits.
• Provides assistance with the implementation, checkout and certification of conservation practices, and assists in planning, designing, and layout. This may involve travel to various research site locations, work in outdoor conditions, and use of various farm or research equipment.
• The Technical Assistance Coordinator schedules follow-up with landowners/operators to check the progress of conservation practices under construction. Reviews and makes simple adjustments when necessary to practices according to research and/or NRCS Practice Standards and specifications.
• The Technical Assistance Coordinator works closely with the other Research Extension and Education Center (REEC) Coordinators and Outreach personnel to communicate implementation of practices and ensure training for internal and external stakeholders of the University and NRCS.
• Assists the field office supervisor and the local Soil and Water Conservation Districts with local, state and national conservation program delivery and objectives as requested. Assists other stakeholders with completed practices to determine if specifications meet final certification.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. Some evenings and weekends as needed.

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Background in Agriculture is preferred. Experience with NRCS conservation practices desired but not required.

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $18.87-$26.87 hour.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS-008
University Title: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR II

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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