Nutrient Management Specialist

DHRM•Virginia Beach, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Nutrient Management Specialist to join their team in Suffolk, Virginia. This role supports Virginia’s Nutrient Management Program by working directly with agricultural operators, landowners, and partner agencies to reduce nonpoint source pollution and protect the Commonwealth’s natural resources. The position offers the opportunity to support vital environmental protection efforts while working closely with the agricultural community in southeastern Virginia. The specialist will join a mission-driven team committed to safeguarding natural resources and advancing sustainable nutrient management practices statewide.

Requirements

Training and experience in Agronomy, Crop and Soil Environmental Science, Agricultural Engineering, Dairy Science, or related areas, or a combination of training and experience to provide the needed knowledge and abilities in those fields.
Work experience which demonstrates ability to plan effectively and perform duties with minimum supervision.
Must possess a previous work history and/or the ability to communicate orally and in writing with diverse groups of people from varying economic/educational situations.
Must possess strong written communication skills with a previous work history, which demonstrates experience reporting data and completing written reports.
Previous work experience which demonstrates a knowledge of, and proficiency in using MS Office suite for word processing and creating presentations; compiling data to create and maintain spreadsheets and data databases, and/or knowledge/use of other relevant software.
A valid driver’s license is required to operate a state vehicle or a personal vehicle while conducting official business on behalf of the agency.

Nice To Haves

VA Nutrient Management Certification (Acquire certification within 12 months of hire date)
Experience as a Certified Nutrient Management Planner
Develop Nutrient Management Plans written to meet Virginia Nutrient Management Training and Certification regulations (or equivalent within service area).

Responsibilities

Implement Virginia’s Nutrient Management Program within an assigned service area.
Prepare Certified Nutrient Management Plans for agricultural operations and other regulated sites.
Conduct on-site surveys and evaluations to verify plan implementation and compliance.
Review nutrient management plans for regulatory and incentive-based programs to ensure accuracy and adherence to program standards.
Provide technical assistance, guidance, and support to landowners, producers, and agricultural operators on nutrient management practices.
Assist with the development and delivery of educational programs and outreach efforts aimed at reducing nutrient runoff into ground and surface waters.
Support DCR’s broader nonpoint source pollution (NPS) reduction initiatives.

Benefits

Paid leave
A minimum of 13 paid state holidays per year
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for classified positions, and VaLORS for law enforcement positions)
Federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
Free parking and admission to all Virginia State Parks.
Overnight stay discounts for DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service): Free camping outside the Memorial Day to Labor Day season for sites accommodating up to six people.
Free Sunday–Thursday camping (excluding the night before holidays) during the Memorial Day–Labor Day period.
50% off cabins (up to three bedrooms) outside the Memorial Day–Labor Day season for up to 14 nights. Two‑night minimum required.
Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one‑night yurt stays receive a 25% discount.