The main purpose of this contractual position is to advance the State’s climate mitigation efforts through increased agroforestry practice adoption and enhanced natural carbon sequestration across the state, consistent with EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grant awarded to the department. The position will support the delivery of the Maryland Healthy Soils Program which involves a working knowledge of soil health principles and methods related to the planning and implementation of conservation practices that achieve soil health benefits. Emphasis is placed on facilitating technical assistance and program outreach in support of agroforestry practice adoption in the state. Work is done in conjunction with Soil Conservation Districts (SCD) and regional partner organizations. Position assists in the administration of program procedures to receive, evaluate, and process applications for grant assistance, communicate status with private landowners/operators, SCD personnel and representatives from other state and federal agencies, and process claims for payment.
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Category:
Jobs, Internships & Opportunities
Region:
Other
Address:
50 Harry S Truman Parkway

Annapolis, Maryland 21401
Contact Name:
Courtney Blackistone
Contact Email:
courtney.blackistone1@maryland.gov
Date Posted:
01/08/2026