Bareroot Crop Manager, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)

Responsibilities:

• The incumbent works in collaboration with the Assistant Nursery Manager to provide efficient and timely production of targeted quantities of seedlings to meet DNRs reforestation program.
• Monitors all steps in the production process for seed & seedling health. Tracks seedling development toward established targets
• Maintains genetic identity of seedlings during all stages of the production process through accurate inventory labelling integrity and seedling quality.
• Engages in crop walks. Records and shares observations about field and plant conditions with senior-level nursery staff.
• Judges when to change work priorities such as crops labor availability cultural conditions and weather change.
• Organizes directs and executes seed care and cleaning activities and stratification in preparation for annual seed sowing. Uses specialized knowledge of conifer seed biology to achieve directed results.
• Oversees quality control program. Identifies shortfalls and weighs the business need for trees against the quality of the product. Make recommendations to change crop specifications to meet these needs.
• Researches analyzes and provides recommendations about new products to test to improve seedling culture and performance. Makes test applications. Records and follows up based on observations.
• Oversees monitors and assesses work performed by contract labor staff. Determines corrective action to assure work meets quality and performance expectations.
• Directs the work of assigned staff. Reviews work for quality and performance expectations.

Required Qualifications:
You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications such as education volunteer work life skills and experience. It is important that you clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

• Bachelors degree involving major study in forestry horticulture agriculture crop sciences or a closely related field AND 2 years of work experience in a related field;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel and Teams.
• Supervisory experience.

• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity equity inclusion and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence
    
    

• Respirator use and fit testing (after hire).
• Work is primarily outdoors in all weather conditions (wind rain cold heat) in an agricultural setting. Must be able to work in coolers/freezers and frequent temperature changes between production areas and outdoor weather conditions. Must be able to walk on rough uneven terrain in all weather conditions. Must have the ability to lift carry push and/or pull up to 50 pounds (seedling bags fertilizer/pesticide containers and heavy equipment parts) without the aid of equipment. Work is performed around large equipment; must be able to perform sustained equipment operation for long periods of time. Working in and around a large warehouse and farming equipment requires the ability to effectively communicate in a loud industrial setting. During seedling packing indoor conditions are dusty muddy humid wet and cold. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time during an 8-hour shift. Ability to bend stoop kneel crawl step over greenhouse rails and climb on and off equipment. The ability to grasp grab pull and use power/hand tools.
• Occasional travel to seminars trade and industry meetings or to observe field seedling performance. Occasional visits to other nurseries to observe other nursery operations
• A current valid drivers license and two years of driving experience. Additionally DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended revoked or restricted (for example Occupational/Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

• Ability to speak Spanish.
• Professional experience in large-scale production agriculture horticulture or a plant nursery.
• Conifer growing experience.
• Experience handling/growing crops from seed.
• Experience operating large farm equipment i.e. tractor skills.
• Experience operating a forklift in a production and/or warehouse setting.
• Knowledge and experience working with computer database programs such as Access and Oracle.
• Pesticide License.
• Live within a 30-minute drive of the nursery to respond to occasional irrigation needs and on-site emergencies during extreme weather events.

Application Requirements:Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents please contact .

• Online Application: Apply at (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
• Cover Letter:Your cover letter should be tailored to this job posting. Be sure to highlight your qualifications for this role directly address the requirements of the position and explain why youre the best candidate for the job.
• Resume:Your resume should consist of your work history education volunteer work life skills experience and any other relevant information associated with the position.
• References:References are optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three (3) professional references including a current or most recent supervisor along with telephone numbers.
• Complete All Supplemental Questions:Answers to these questions will be used to evaluate candidates. Please provide comprehensive answers to all questions requiring a text response.
• Important:Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (Social Security Number year of birth etc.).
• Email Communication:Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive these communications.

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• Public Service We value and respect the public we serve and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
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• Leadership and Teamwork We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity Equity and Inclusion Council Womens Employee Resource Group Veterans Employee Resource Group etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance paid holidays retirement plans sick leave and vacation days. Visit for more information.