Conservation Coordinator

General Description: This position leads the care of conservation lands and grounds across Summit Agricultural Group’s livestock production facilities. The role operates equipment, restores native habitat, and maintains a sharp appearance at every site, while partnering with government agencies on land management strategy. Key Job Responsibilities: Grounds and Facility Preservation Lead groundskeeping projects across livestock production sites Seed and maintain bluegrass lawns Mow and trim grounds Maintain and plant trees Spray grass and tree rows Install and maintain driplines on new trees Conservation Land Management Partner with staff and government agencies to manage conservation properties, including but not limited to: Prepping and seeding areas to native grasses and forbs Preforming spring prescribed burns Mowing and spraying to control invasive vegetative species Prepping and planting food plots Timber stand improvement projects Equipment Care Manage routine repair and maintenance on equipment, including but not limited to: skid loaders, tractors, mowers, and trimmers Sprayer neutralizing Grass drill calibration Chainsaws Other duties and projects, as assigned Education, Experience, and Other Qualifications: Self-directed and adaptable — works effectively with minimal supervision, independently or on a team, in a fast-changing environment Strong verbal and written communication skills Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, while prioritizing work Ability to operate power tools, large and small agricultural equipment (skid loaders, tractors, truck and trailer), and hand tools Basic knowledge of GPS Valid driver’s license with satisfactory motor vehicle record CDL preferred, or ability to obtain one Associate degree or B.S. in the conservation related field, is preferred Work Environment: This position may require some tasks to be performed in outside weather The noise level in the work environment and job sites may be While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. Physicality Requirements: Required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must be able to continuously repeat necessary movements such as bending, lifting and different hand movements as needed to complete tasks. Ability to frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position with the expected days of operation to be Monday-Friday. Occasional evening hours and weekend work may be required as job duties demand and/or seasonality. Additional availability may be required during staffing challenges