The Alliance for the Great Lakes is a non-partisan non-profit organization based in Chicago with staff across the Great Lakes region working to advance policies and programs that preserve and protect Great Lakes water for current and future generations. The Alliance has worked on agriculture policy issues for decades and is looking to expand its technical capacity with a specific emphasis on agronomy, soil health, conservation implementation, and the connection to downstream water quality. To accomplish this, the Alliance is seeking an Agriculture and Water Quality Consultant (Consultant) to provide strategic technical advice and recommendations on a range of priority topics under the Agriculture and Source Water Program. These topics will vary throughout the year but may include:
- Analysis on the potential water quality impacts from proposed modifications to fertilizer and manure application rates
- Recommended conservation practices to mitigate nutrient losses
- Review of livestock permits to ensure water quality goals are achieved
- Strategies for improving soil health.
Knowledge/Skills
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Management, Agricultural Engineering, Crop and Soil Science, or other related degree.
5+ years working in agronomy, agricultural engineering, soil science, conservation implementation, and water quality.
Strong working understanding of state-level policy and legal requirements related to fertilizer and manure application, soil management, and water quality.
Job Parameters
This is a one-year contract with the potential for renewal in future years. The Consultant will bill the Alliance hourly, with a minimum commitment by the Alliance of $2,500, and a maximum of $15,000 in the first year, dependent on needs as the work progresses.
Great Lakes Basin (remote) with strong direct experience in Wisconsin, Ohio, and/or Michigan.