Agricultural Conservation Advisor - Riverside, United States - Riverside-Corona Resource Conservation District

Riverside-Corona Resource Conservation District

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Riverside, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

INTRODUCTION
The Agricultural Advisor is a contract position for the Riverside-Corona Resource Conservation District (RCRCD) in Riverside, California. The Agricultural Conservation Advisor provides natural resource conservation-related information and training to farmers in the District. The contract runs from May or June September 2026.

DUTIES

Conducts an agricultural needs and assessment of interest in ag conservation easements survey of local farmers, and compile results
Provides conservation planning assistance to ag producers and guidance in conservation practice installation and management, including soil management, irrigation efficiency, cover crops, hedgerows, etc.
Provides support to an evolving agricultural preservation easement program
Creates a database of local and potential/emerging farmers
Gathers information and assists in updating the "Fresh and Local" guide
Tracks number of community members engaged, and writes yearly and final reports for grant administration
Promotes needs assessment, training opportunities and the "Fresh and Local" guide to stakeholders at ag-related events such as the Grow Riverside and Beyond Conference
Researches funding/partnership opportunities and applies for grants to continue funding the position past September 2026
Conducts other related duties as requested by the District Manager and Assistant District Manager

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Understanding of agricultural resource conservation practices
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with local farmers
Fluency in English and Spanish
Ability to write effectively and make regular reports
Ability to plan and organize work and programs and to keep accurate records
Must be able to work independently
Must possess a current, valid California Driver's License
Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and outdoors, as needed
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time

BENEFICIAL SKILLS

Knowledge of and/or experience with conservation farm planning
Knowledge of/or certification in carbon farm planning
Online mapping/GIS skills
Experience with local farming community
Experience in irrigation inspections, soil testing, carbon farm planning, native plant hedgerows, natural pest control, composting and/or mulching
Public speaking experience

SUPERVISION
The Agricultural Conservation Advisor is under the direct supervision of the Assistant District Manager. The District Manager will resolve conflicts in assignments.

COMPENSATION
The position is full-time, 80 hours per 2-week pay period; and could include nights and weekends, as needed.

Salary:
$30 per hour. Advisor will receive $1 per hour raise after first full year, and another $1 after second full year, depending on performance.

Benefits:
Individual health and dental insurance; vacation, sick leave

Job Type:
Contract

Pay:
From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

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