University of Missouri-Columbia · 4 hours ago
Technical Assistance Coordinator - Southwest Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.87/hr - $26.87/hr
1+ years expThe University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Southwest Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center. This role involves producing, coordinating, and implementing training curriculum while providing technical support for conservation planning and practices.
Education
Responsibilities
Gathers preliminary resource inventory data and information on the physical features or agricultural and other natural resource sites Under the guidance or a supervisor or Research Scientist, the coordinator recommends to rand 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 NRSC 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
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired
Preferred
Background in Agriculture
Experience with US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) conservation practices
Benefits
Generous leave
Health plans
Retirement contributions
Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses
Company
University of Missouri-Columbia
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Carli Carmack
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Chad Higgins
Interim Vice Chancellor for Extension and Engagement & Chief Engagement Officer for the UM System
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