Conservation Compliance Coordinator

~ The Seminole Tribe of Florida is a Federally Recognized Indian Tribe. The only Tribe in America who never signed a peace treaty. ~

Position Overview

The Seminole Tribe of Florida is seeking a Conservation Compliance Coordinator. The incumbent in this position is responsible for performing duties which assist the Seminole Tribe of Florida Inc. in developing and carrying out a coordinated natural resources conservation program tailored to tribal needs while meeting USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) requirements through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).

Responsibilities

• The individual provides technical and administrative assistance to tribal land operators;
• the STOF Environmental Resources Management Department (ERMD);
• the Tribal Historic Preservation Office (TPHO); and
• the STOFI Brighton Cattle and Range office to:
  • apply and maintain several conservation practices, review of financial assistance requests under the provision of USDA NRCS, and Tribal agricultural and forestry programs. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in soil conservation or related agricultural or natural resource discipline such as agronomy, soil science, forestry, agricultural education, or agricultural engineering, or other related field is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of direct experience with soil and water conservation and related sciences such as biology, agronomy, and forestry, in identifying conservation related problems is required.
• An equivalent combination of relevant education / training and experience will be considered.
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License is required.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency utilizing Microsoft software packages.
• Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Compensation

• The Seminole Tribe of Florida provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Note: The Seminole Tribe of Florida is a drug free workplace, drug screening is a requirement of employment. We exercise Native American preference.