Hannah Warren

Grade Level/Pay: 0457, GS 9

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7AM-3:30PM, 40 hours per week

• Assisted the District Conservationist in managing 69 active CSP and EQIP contracts, resulting in roughly 25,500 acres contracted and over $4 million obligated.
• Served as a technical resource for producers to determine their objectives and developed customized conservation plans to address their resource concerns.
• Established strong working relationships with local partners including the Farm Service Agency, Virginia Department of Forestry, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, and Virginia Cooperative Extension.
• Conducted site visits and collected data for accurate assessments of resource concerns, informing management decisions.
• Promoted awareness of conservation and NRCS programs through outreach activities.
• Successfully completed requirements for Level I Certified Conservation Planner and 89% completed for Level III Certified Conservation Planner.

Grade Level/Pay: Unpaid

Work Schedule: As needed, 5-40 hours per week

• Contributed to the daily activities associated with a diversified 2,500 acre row crop and livestock operation.
• Improved farm productivity by operating and maintaining various types of farm equipment, including tractors, cultivators, and irrigation systems.
• Assisted in crop production by performing tasks such as planting, cultivating, and harvesting using specialized machinery.
• Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions or unforeseen challenges to maintain efficient operations during critical periods in the growing season.
• Conserved resources by employing sustainable farming methods such as cover cropping, no-till practices, and crop rotation.
• Collaborated with farm management to develop effective strategies for resource allocation during planting and harvesting seasons.

Grade Level/Pay: ~2.13 + Tips

Work Schedule: Evenings and Weekends, 5-30 hours per week

• Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
• Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
• Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables and bar areas simultaneously without compromising service quality.
• Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items and specials.
• Maintained a clean, organized workspace and dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
• Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.

Grade Level/Pay: 0499, GS 4

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7AM-3:30PM, 40 hours per week

• Learned the foundational skills to become a successful Soil Conservationist.
• Acquired practical knowledge of industry-specific tools and software, increasing proficiency levels.
• Worked under the supervision of the District Conservationist to complete soil conservationist duties.
• Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
• Helped gather and assemble data for use in developing and applying conservation plans for better soil preservation, water quality, and resource management.
• Maximized natural resource conservation outcomes by advising landowners of financial and technical assistance programs reinforcing conservation activities.
• Received an ABCD award for going Above and Beyond the Call of Duty to conduct ECP site assessments that helped landowners gain access to critical resources for repairing ice storm damage in a four-county area in 2021.
• Completed program requirement including 640 hours of work experience, 40 hours of mandatory training in assigned AgLearn courses, participated in a mentoring experience and shadowing experience, and completed the course of academic study to confer a Masters of Public Administration.

Grade Level/Pay: $12

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30AM-4:30PM, 40 hours per week

• Assisted the Extension Agronomist with various research projects on-station and off-station.
• Completed day-to-day maintenance of field and greenhouse research tests.
• Maintained detailed records and documentation of projects.
• Collected accurate data and organized reports for insecticide efficacy trials.
• Conducted laboratory tests of greenhouse media and plant tissue samples.
• Completed a research project analyzing chlorophyll meters and their relevance to field tests in tobacco, then presented the finding to the corporate sponsor.