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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;text-indent:0in"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">POSITION TITLE: Farm Manager<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">STATUS: Full Time, Exempt
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">REPORTS TO: Field Operations Director
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: Supervise and develop one full-time staff member, increasing seasonally to 3 staff and up to two AmeriCorps crews.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">LOCATION: Smith Valley, NV
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">We invite you to join us in our ambitious mission to restore Walker Lake. The Conservancy has an inclusive, positive culture that values work-life balance and growth opportunities.
Our generous benefits package further separates us from other non-profits and local employers.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">BACKGROUND: The Walker Basin Conservancy acquires water rights and ranches to increase freshwater flows to Walker Lake. We re-establish native plant communities on former agricultural
fields, increase public access and recreation opportunities, and develop practical solutions to save Walker Lake and protect environmental interests throughout the Walker Basin. From creating Nevada’s newest State Park (the Walker River State Recreation Area)
to adding thousands of acres to Wildlife Management Areas, our work impacts thousands of community members, ranchers and recreationists every year. The Conservancy operates a nursery that produced more than 25,000 native plants in 2021 and produces native
seed for conservation purposes on its properties. Our team comprises approximately 30 full-time employees and between 15 and 40 AmeriCorps Members given the season.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">JOB PURPOSE: The Farm Manager operates our native seed farm and demonstration projects and works closely with the Field Operations Director, Conservancy Leadership Team and
consultants to identify crop production schedules. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">The ideal candidate will possess experience, knowledge, and skills related to planning and executing native seed production and marketing, project management and staff supervision.
Knowledge of desert plant and wildlife identification and ecology is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be a team-oriented communicator and facilitator, who leads by example and possesses an interest in mentorship and teaching.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Salary & Benefits
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Salary range of $55,000-$69,000 per year, commensurate with experience.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Additionally, the Conservancy provides an excellent employee benefits package which includes:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Employer paid health, dental and vision plans for employee (worth over $5,200 annually);<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Retirement 403(b) plan including a Conservancy contribution equal to 6% of your salary ($1,996 to<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">$2,745 annually);<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Employer paid life insurance plan for employee (pays up to 1x employee’s yearly salary to beneficiary)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• 120 hours of annual paid vacation, increasing to 160 hours after first year, 16 hours of annual personal<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">leave, and 60 hours of annual sick leave;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Paid holiday week between Christmas and New Year’s in addition to 12 paid holidays during the year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Health and wellness subsidy of up to $300 annually.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Access to outdoor industry pro-deals.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Monthly professional development and training opportunities, including Coursera, as well as additional employer paid professional development opportunities.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Essential Functions
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Operate native seed farm and demonstration projects<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Execute annual plans to increase and market native seed;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Produce seed in line with budget expectations;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Oversee full production cycle from seeding to harvesting, cleaning and delivery;
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Contribute to multi-year planning for the Sutter property;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Identify capital expenditures needs;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Work with Field Operations Director, Conservancy Leadership Team and consultants to identify crop production schedules; and<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Recruit, mentor, supervise, and train AmeriCorps members, staff, and volunteers.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Facilities Management<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Oversee maintenance of fence and irrigation infrastructure. Work with fleet coordinator to ensure regular maintenance of vehicles and equipment;
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• With help from Conservancy Facilities Manager, develop maintenance plans for housing and other buildings on Sutter Ranch;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Work with lessees and applicable to manage movement of cattle and water; and<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Build the ranch to be seen as a community asset.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Other Functions<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Contribute to peer-reviewed research publications;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Assist with outreach and community engagement activities such as facilitating group visits from schools, groups, clubs, and community members; and<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Other duties as assigned by the Walker Basin Conservancy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Preferred Qualifications<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Experience with commercial crop production required;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Experience with irrigation infrastructure required;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Management experience as a foreman, project lead, or land manager strongly preferred;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Experience in seed production a plus, but not required;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Experience and skill in identifying plants and wildlife (including herpetofauna, birds, and/or invertebrates) occurring in the Great Basin;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Experience planning and coordinating project timelines and staffing requirements;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Ability to train and lead staff and volunteers conducting monitoring activities;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Experience developing proposals or research projects from new funding sources, including proposal writing, project management, and reporting;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with cross-functional teams;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Strong critical thinking skills and independent problem-solving ability;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Ability to keep detailed records, communicate with other staff and supervisors, and work unsupervised to accomplish program tasks;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Familiarity with GIS and GPS applications and technologies; and<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">• Clean driving record and a NV State driver’s license, or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Physical and Mental Requirements
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use tools and equipment for prolonged periods. Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit and stand for long periods. Strength
and dexterity to operate small, medium and heavy equipment. Strength and stamina to endure standing and working for long periods in extreme weather conditions. Dexterity and vision to observe oncoming traffic hazards and react quickly to emergency situations.
Some heavy lifting (over 75 pounds) is occasionally required. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.
Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Working Conditions
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">This position functions in both outdoor and indoor environments. Indoor work will occur in a clean environment, typically performed at a desk. Outdoor settings will be exposed
to varying weather conditions, including, but not limited to extreme heat, dry conditions, rain, snow or hail, and extreme cold. Work sites will generally be in areas with at least primitive road access for vehicles. Work sites will generally not have access
to potable water, restroom facilities or cellphone signals, and staff will be expected to follow Leave No Trace principals on work sites without facilities. Work will frequently require hiking over rough terrain while carrying tools and equipment. The work
environment is generally dirty, with prolonged exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, noise and odors. Frequent interruptions to planned work activities occur.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Position will remain open until filled. Only top candidates will be contacted.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">All applicants must also submit an Employment Application Acknowledgement form that can be found on our website at:
<a href="https://www.walkerbasin.org/careers">https://www.walkerbasin.org/careers</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">To Apply, please send cover letter, resume, and acknowledgement form to:
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Amy Gladding<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext"><a href="mailto:Amy.Gladding@walkerbasin.org">Amy.Gladding@walkerbasin.org</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Subject Line: Farm Manager<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Please call (775) 463-9887 ext. 116 with questions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Walker Basin Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Equal Opportunity Statement – Walker Basin Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. The Conservancy does not discriminate against any employee, applicant, director, officer,
contractor, or any other person with whom it deals because of race, creed, color, disability, age, sex, veteran status, religion or political affiliation. The Conservancy complies with all federal and local statutes prohibiting discrimination in employment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Disclaimer - The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the employees in these positions. The statements
are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in each position. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the responsibilities,
duties, and skills at any time. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">COVID-19 Pandemic Response<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">The Conservancy is requiring all staff and members to be fully vaccinated by their position start date or have a documented medical or religious exemption.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">The Conservancy continues to follow CDC and state/local guidelines and may reinstate previous COVID policies should the CDC or state/local guidelines become more stringent.
The Conservancy will keep applicants updated should COVID policies change. <o:p>
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