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University of Maryland - College Park

Public university in College Park, MD

Nutrient Management Advisor Coordinator

Environmental SciencesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCollege Park, MD, USA$45.9k - $55.1k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; up to four years of additional qualifying work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
  • One year of experience as an agricultural producer or in nutrient management.
  • Obtain and maintain Nutrient Management Certification within one year of hire.
  • Knowledge of agricultural production practices and cropping systems.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
  • Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
  • Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
  • Complete employment eligibility verification by presenting documents establishing identity and work authorization, and where applicable, renewed employment authorization.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver nutrient management plans using specially designed software and software applications.
  • Explain nutrient management planning and plans to agricultural producers.
  • Perform phosphorus-loss risk assessments when required.
  • Communicate proper soil and manure sampling techniques to agricultural producers and advise on soil and manure collection procedures.
  • Analyze soils for nitrate-related tests.
  • Demonstrate and train agricultural producers in equipment calibration and crop yield measurements.
  • Coordinate nutrient management plans for agricultural producers to balance nutrient inputs with crop requirements and support compliance with the Water Quality Improvement Act of 1998.
  • Sample soils and analyze them for soil nitrate.

Desired Qualifications

  • A BS or MS in agronomy, plant science, or soil science.
  • Customer service experience.
  • Experience working with agricultural producers or agricultural-related organizations.
  • Certification by the Maryland Department of Agriculture as a Nutrient Management Consultant.

About the Company

University of Maryland - College Park

Public university in College Park, MD

University of Maryland - College Park is the flagship institution of the University System of Maryland in College Park, Maryland. It provides undergraduate and graduate education and conducts research through its colleges and schools.

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