Conservation Field Representative - Rappahannock County
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Conservation Field Representative - Rappahannock County
Piedmont Environmental Council - Virginia (Warrenton)
The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is seeking to hire a Field Representative to work with landowners, land managers, and federal, state and local agencies to further PEC’s land conservation priorities and land use policy activities in PEC’s nine county service area (learn more about the nine counties). This position is a non-exempt / hourly position with benefits. Salary range of $22 to $31.25 per hour (equivalent to $45,000 – $65,000 annually), commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications:
? Strong work ethic and commitment to PEC’s core values, mission and vision. ? Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) principles. ? A working knowledge of conservation policies, conservation easements, and real estate transactions. ? Experience working with rural landowners and farm operators. ? Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, forestry, natural resources, planning, public policy, environmental studies, or a related field. ? Ability to organize, coordinate and manage diverse activities and deadlines. ? Excellent and compelling oral and written communication skills, including ability to write, edit, and proofread written materials for use in communicating public policy and conservation opportunities internally and externally. ? Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work well with a diverse constituency from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, including elected officials, non-profit representatives, community groups, and residents, and experience leading public outreach and/or education campaigns. ? Knowledge and experience with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office productivity software. Familiarity with ArcGIS is a plus. ? Willing to work some weekends and evenings. ? This position will require frequent travel. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
? 3-5 years work experience or graduate degree in agriculture, forestry, natural resources, planning, law or a related field. ? Familiarity with conservation grant programs preferred (such as NRCS Agricultural Land Easement program, the Virginia Land Conservation Foundation grant program, the Virginia Agricultural Cost Share program, and/or funding opportunities available through the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation). ? A working knowledge of local land use planning and zoning in Virginia. ? Experience with CRM database software (PEC uses Salesforce). ? Experience and/or interest in public policy, with an emphasis on environmental, conservation, and/or land use issues.