> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1729329-technical-assistance-provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1729329-technical-assistance-provider). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Assistance Provider - **Company:** The National Center For Appropriate Technology Inc - **Location:** Butte, MT, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $63,000.0 - $67,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Podcasting, Digital Mapping, Microsoft Office, Data Management, Gsuite - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/58790179-technical-assistance-provider ## About the Role QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a BA/BS degree in agriculture, animal science, natural resource management, conservation, or related fields. Experience in building soil health through regenerative ranching and farming; and demonstrated competence/certification in whole farm planning, such as NRCS conservation planner certification., * Commitment and passion for the NCAT mission. * Strong knowledge of animal agriculture in the West and familiarity with ag-related organizations and government agencies. * Understanding or willingness to learn about the sheep and wool industry. * Experience working for or with the NRCS. * Experience in providing technical assistance for conservation agriculture practices. * Experience working with land managers and agricultural producers in conservation planning, soil health planning, and implementation. * Competence in GIS mapping, data management, and using software such as the Web Soil Survey and the Rangeland Analysis Platform. * Competent with Microsoft Office and Google Suite. * Demonstrated knowledge of western ecology, plants, wildlife, soils, and climate. * Excellent attention to detail and demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. * Exceptional ability to communicate and build relationships with farmers, ranchers, community organizations, government agencies, partners, private contractors, and the general public. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Self-directed and organized with the ability to multitask to meet multiple deadlines. * Exceptional ability to work productively both independently and in a collaborative team setting. * Familiarity with the sheep and wool industry is preferred. * Ability to conduct on-farm fieldwork in challenging terrain, weather, and climate conditions while carrying up to 30 pounds. * Willingness and ability to travel around the region. Travel may involve flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends. Some overnight travel will be required. ## Description * Promote and support NCAT's mission. * Enroll woolgrowers in the program and ensure producer eligibility by gathering necessary documents. * Assist woolgrowers to implement conservation practices, best practices to improve wool quality, and increase market access opportunities. * Complete NRCS Environmental Evaluations in accordance with NRCS standards. * Provide regionally appropriate technical assistance to woolgrowers via in-person site visits, phone, and email. * Monitor conservation practice implementation, monitoring, and measure and report on necessary information to the USDA. * Collect data and contribute to quarterly project reports towards benchmarks and goals. * Work closely with producers to gather necessary documentation and administer incentive funds, such as but not limited to the Wool Quality Improvement Fund and Market Innovation Fund. * Present at conferences, producer association meetings, stakeholder meetings, and other appropriate forums. * Administer program details to project participants and maintain their confidential records and information. * Develop and maintain positive, productive, professional relationships with producers, partner organizations, agencies, research institutions, and Tribes as part of program delivery. * Create outreach and promotional materials, such as press releases, blog posts, and podcasts. * Cultivate positive, inclusive, and productive relationships internally with teammates, working collaboratively within the NCAT team and across NCAT as a whole. 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