Conservation Planner - Mancos Conservation District
Quick answer
Mancos Conservation District is hiring a non-exempt (hourly) full-time entry-level Conservation Planner in Cortez, Colorado, paying $47,000 - $50,000 per year with health insurance stipend and paid time off.
- Role
- Conservation Planner - Mancos Conservation District
- Organization
- Mancos Conservation District
- Location
- Cortez, Colorado
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $47,000 - $50,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Conservation Planner position at Mancos Conservation District involves providing technical assistance to agricultural producers and landowners, developing conservation plans, and working closely with the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS).
What you'll do
- Provide technical assistance to agricultural producers and landowners
- Develop individualized conservation and management plans
- Work closely with NRCS employees on relevant meetings and planning processes
- Use NRCS software such as Conservation Desktop and Protracts
- Complete conservation planning courses and training through NRCS
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, watershed management, environmental science, range management, botany, biology, forestry, ecology, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field
- Experience working outdoors doing the duties described above
- Hold or able to obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license and a clean driving record
- Experience with farm and/or ranch management and practices in Southwest Colorado
- Experience working with private landowners
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health insurance stipend, Vision + Dental, Paid Time Off
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Cortez, Colorado.
What is the compensation package?
Starting salary is $47,000 - $50,000 per year with health insurance stipend and paid time off.
What are the key qualifications required?
A bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience working outdoors doing the duties described above are necessary.
How do I apply for this position?
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and references through Indeed by August 16, 2026 to receive full consideration.
How to apply
Apply directly on Mancos Conservation District's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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