Precision Ag & Conservation Specialist
$46k - $66kFull-time
Pheasants Forever
Illinois Precision Ag & Conservation Specialist
Location : Central Illinois (preferred candidate must live within service territory)
Application Deadline : Open Until Filled
Anticipated Start Date : March/April 2026 Overview : Pheasants Forever seeks a highly motivated team-oriented individual looking to join a
dynamic Team, with a passion for wildlife, conservation, agriculture, and technology that has an interest in working with farmers to find conservation solutions. The employee will be a key member of the Precision Ag & Conservation Solutions Team within Pheasants Forever. This position offers a unique opportunity to modernize conservation delivery by work directly with farmers, private landowners, consultants, retail ag and partners to analyze operations based on economic performance and look at alternative practices that increase conservation adoption, habitat and in-field profitability The employee will process and analyze relevant on-farm data to provide profitability scenarios and Return on Investment (ROI) planning to farmers using a host of software platforms. Employee will also develop and present economic scenarios for conservation, habitat, working lands and other best management practices on acres that will result in increased profitability. The employee will be based out of a home office with regular travel within the project area and on-farm visits. Some overnight travel is required for trainings and Team meetings. The Central Precision Ag Position will provide assistances to landowners and partners in the following Illinois counties: Putnam, Marshall, Peoria, Woodford, Fulton, Mason, Tazewell, Schuyler, Brown, Cass, Menard, Logan, Scott, Morgan, Sangamon, Christian, Macon. Job Duties :
Location : Central Illinois (preferred candidate must live within service territory)
Application Deadline : Open Until Filled
Anticipated Start Date : March/April 2026 Overview : Pheasants Forever seeks a highly motivated team-oriented individual looking to join a
dynamic Team, with a passion for wildlife, conservation, agriculture, and technology that has an interest in working with farmers to find conservation solutions. The employee will be a key member of the Precision Ag & Conservation Solutions Team within Pheasants Forever. This position offers a unique opportunity to modernize conservation delivery by work directly with farmers, private landowners, consultants, retail ag and partners to analyze operations based on economic performance and look at alternative practices that increase conservation adoption, habitat and in-field profitability The employee will process and analyze relevant on-farm data to provide profitability scenarios and Return on Investment (ROI) planning to farmers using a host of software platforms. Employee will also develop and present economic scenarios for conservation, habitat, working lands and other best management practices on acres that will result in increased profitability. The employee will be based out of a home office with regular travel within the project area and on-farm visits. Some overnight travel is required for trainings and Team meetings. The Central Precision Ag Position will provide assistances to landowners and partners in the following Illinois counties: Putnam, Marshall, Peoria, Woodford, Fulton, Mason, Tazewell, Schuyler, Brown, Cass, Menard, Logan, Scott, Morgan, Sangamon, Christian, Macon. Job Duties :
- Lead in the identification and engagement of interested farmers.
- Collaborate with farmers to provide economic analyses of best management practices that increase producer profitability and create habitat.
- Make sound and ethical recommendations in order to maximize profitability for producers while providing water, soil and wildlife benefits.
- Develop and maintain relationships with agricultural partners consistent with their needs/wants. Facilitate a high-level of communication between the farmer (including trusted advisors) and partners.
- Focus on understanding producer needs and provide feedback on ways to improve performance. Serves as the liaison between farmers requesting alternative options and appropriate IL biologist, USDA, FWS or other partner personnel.
- Complete customer tracking, data entry and project reports in an accurate and timely manner.
- Organize and host workshops, field days and conduct other outreach efforts.
- Strong customer relations and interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively, and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to make initial contacts, cold calls and develop new relationships. Self-motivated and able to work independently without direct supervision.
- Knowledge or the ability to understand modern farm equipment, technology and practices. Commitment to maintain standards and address issues in a timely, professional manner.
- Knowledge of conservation program offerings, including USDA Farm Bill Programs, as well as state and local programs, is preferred.
- Must have experience with ArcGIS with the ability to import and export data, create and edit shapefiles, and create professional looking maps.
- Valid driver’s license required; use of personal vehicle required (mileage reimbursement provided).
Pheasants Forever, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color , national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other category that may be protected by law.
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