Job Opening: Integrated Water Program Specialist  

Integrated Water Program Specialist  

The Tri-Basin and Central Platte NRDs seek an Integrated Water Program Specialist. This position will work one-on-one with producers. Go to tribasinnrd.org or CPNRD.org for full job description and requirements.  This is a full-time benefited position. Salary Range: $55,000 – $65,000 plus benefits. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to tribasin@tribasinnrd.org by November 12, 2026.  Full Job Description

Scope/Position Purpose

• Jointly funded position between Central Platte NRD, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Rainwater Basin Joint Venture, Tri-Basin NRD, and Upper Big Blue NRD. This position is designed to work one-on-one with producers to identify agronomic solutions to address water quality and quantity issues, assist producers with enrollment in conservation programs, host Conservation Program Forums for agriculture industry leaders, and develop general case studies and factsheets targeted to landowners/farm operators/Agriculture Industry Leaders about different conservation programs.
• Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in agriculture, natural resources related field, or 10-years of experience in the agriculture industry, regardless a minimum of 5-years experience is required. This position will require an outgoing personality that can initiate conversations and meetings with producers, conservation partners, NRD Boards and staff. Work hours will be variable depending on landowner availability. This individual will need to be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team. This individual will be responsible of development of content for print and digital communication venues. This individual will need a strong understanding of agriculture operations including, but not limited to production inputs, crop insurance, etc. An awareness of conservation programs administered by local, state, federal, and non-governmental conservation entities will be important.

Examples of Specific Duties & Responsibilities: Landowner Technical Assistance, Conservation Partner Engagement, Development of Communication Materials

• Other Requirements
  Attention to detail and excellent attendance required.
  Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
  This position is based in Grand Island, Holdrege, and/or York, Nebraska.
  Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.