Extension Field Specialist, Community Conservation

Extension Field Specialist, Community Conservation

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Position Details

Summary Operating Title Extension Field Specialist, Community Conservation Long Classification Title Campus Location Durham Department UNH Cooperative Extension Natural Resources Summary of Position This position is located in Extension’s Rockingham County office in Brentwood, N.H.

The Extension field specialist in community conservation for Rockingham County will implement University of New Hampshire (UNH) Cooperative Extension’s mission through the application of research-based knowledge and information from UNH, the nationwide land-grant system, and other sources of reputable research to ensure informed decision-making that strengthens youth, family and community;

sustains natural resources; and improves the economy.

The field specialist develops, implements, monitors, evaluates and reports on county and regional (N.H. coastal watershed) support for land and community conservation, including technical land conservation assistance to local conservation commissions, land-use regulations in support of natural resource conservation, support of regional land conservation efforts, land stewardship, land conservation options and estate planning, conservation funding sources, and cost share programs.

The field specialist also develops, implements, monitors, evaluates and reports on statewide programming in land and community conservation in one or more of these areas : land conservation best practices, conservation planning, land-use regulations, land stewardship and management, land conservation options and estate planning, and social marketing for natural resources.

The field specialist provides leadership and collaboration in determining needs; establishing priorities; developing marketing;

and implementing, evaluating and reporting on educational programs in an assigned Area of Expertise (AoE) in alignment with the natural resource program team’s vision and goals.

This work will be done both individually and in cooperation with UNH colleagues, land trusts, conservation organizations, natural resource professionals, communities, county advisory councils, state and federal agencies, and other partners.

Audiences and clientele include primarily conservation commissioners, land trusts, conservation organizations, municipal / government staff, communities, natural resource professionals and volunteers, but may also include private landowners, youth and the general public.

Acceptable minimum level of education Acceptable minimum years of experience Additional Job Information Applications received by June 21, 2024 will receive priority review.

Posting Number PS4600FY24 Other minimum qualifications Other Minimum Qualifications :

A master’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience is preferred. One degree must be in forestry, wildlife, natural resources, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

A strong candidate with a bachelor’s level degree in an appropriate discipline with related experience may be considered if willing to obtain a master’s degree within seven years of hire.

• High degree of subject matter competence in land conservation. Additional expertise in working with communities is desirable.
• Experience working with at least some of the following audiences : conservation organizations, city / town boards, state government and federal agencies.
• Demonstrated competency in presenting educational programs and using computers and current communication technology (e.

g., presentation software, video conferencing).

• Able to accomplish extensive, year-round field work
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Able to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers and people with a variety of values and interests and of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, income and education levels.
• Willing to participate in professional development activities to add and enhance knowledge in land and community conservation, land stewardship and management, land conservation best practices, land conservation options and estate planning, and land-use regulations.
• Willing and able to work some nights and weekends for programs, events or meetings
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for frequent local travel. Mileage will be reimbursed at the federal rate.

Additional Preferred Qualifications :

• At least two years of relevant professional experience in the area of land and water conservation / management, with Extension education and / or similar outreach experience.
• Demonstrated competency with computers and current technology, such as Microsoft Office 365, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and online mapping software.

Additional Preferred Qualifications Salary Information Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quicklink for Posting Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.0 Grade