Provide support and guidance to new, existing, and expanding farms through the development of nutrient management plans for farms of all sizes across Michigan. Daily responsibilities include collecting and organizing data to document regulatory compliance and prepare nutrient management plans tailored to individual farms. This entails conducting on-farm interviews, completing inspections to assess and document current conditions, and writing reports based on findings as well as developing solutions to natural resource concerns at the farm. As experience and skills develop, a more tailored role will be created based on the new hire's abilities.
Responsibilities
Collect, manage, organize, and update farm information (soil tests, field boundaries, animal numbers, crop information, and manure test results) to keep plans up to date using spreadsheets, GIS programs, and tailored software.
Communicate with farmers, government offices, and regulators in a professional manner via email, written correspondence, and verbally.
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- Identify actions needed to bring properties or facilities into compliance with regulations.
- Communicate regulatory policies and procedures.
- Advise others on legal or regulatory compliance matters.
- Maintain regulatory or compliance documentation.
- Prepare reports related to compliance matters.
- Develop emergency response plans or procedures.
- Participate in regulatory audits.
- Maintain knowledge of current developments in area of expertise.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in soil/earth science, agriculture, engineering, crop/plant science, or animal science is preferred, but relevant agricultural experience will also be considered.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel & data management
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The ideal candidate will show strong evidence of:
Problem solving abilities, ability to develop and maintain client relationships, strong organizational skills, technical and analytical skills, ability to work well independently and within a team. Demonstrate initiative, curiosity, and have strong organizational and administrative skills. Experience with GIS and data management is preferred but not necessarily essential.
Job Type Full Time M-F 8-5
Pay $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits
Paid holidays, earned vacation and sick time, matched contribution retirement plan, flexible hours, performance bonuses, mileage reimbursement, potential for remote work upon successful completion of training program.
Company Description
Small company located in Grand Rapids, MI. We help our clients implement solutions that will work long term for the farm, not just a band-aid to plug a hole. We are hired by our clients to develop comprehensive nutrient management plans (CNMPs) that meet the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy (MDEGLE), and the Michigan Agricultural Environmental Assessment Program (MAEAP) standards. We support clients through regulatory permitting, Right to Farm compliance, US-EPA compliance and we assist our clients through the process of planning new or expanding existing farms. We also help companies develop and apply for permits to build anaerobic digesters at farms.
