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The Project Manager will administer activities associated with a recently funded project aimed at increasing the adoption of conservation practices in wheat-based cropping systems of Kansas. The responsibilities of the project manager will primarily include working one-on-one with Certified Crop Advisors and growers to facilitate enrollment of acres in Farm Bill conservational programs.
Job Responsibility
Work one-on-one with Certified Crop Advisors and growers to facilitate enrollment of acres in Farm Bill conservational programs
Become familiar with all conservation concepts, practices, and Farm Bill programs available
Engage on a one-on-one basis with targeted CCAs, KSRE county/district educators, and the KWC to identify growers
Establish baseline conditions through surveys and farm visits and develop management plans
Design and implement CSAF mitigation practices
Help growers enroll in existing Farm Bill conservational programs
Assess how the adoption of conservational practices changed the system's outcomes
Refine the project plans and timelines
Aid with the financial management of the project's budget
Supervise staff associated with the project
Track down acres that adopted conservation practices as a result of the project
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience
Nice to have
Bachelor's in Agronomy, Horticultural and Natural Resources, or related discipline