Julie Kyle

• Series: 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences
• Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule (Ch. 51, 5 U.S.C.).
• Supports the Assistant State Conservationist-Programs (ASTC) with management and delivery of farm bill programs in area
• Works cooperatively with other staff members in a 18 county area to coordinate support to field offices to deliver programs in the most efficient and effective manner possible.
• Served as area resource contact for Cultural Resource program, completed 2nd level reviews before sending to state archeologist
• Provides input for budget discussions to ASTC-Programs and the State Office management team on program utilization and opportunities.
• Provides direct assistance and training to field office staff in all aspects of NRCS Financial Assistance programs and any new programs as they are made available.
• Delivered conservation technical assistance and completed required documentation such as conservation plans, conservation assistance notes, cultural resources, CPA 52, specifications, job sheets, rankings, Schedules of Operation, Modifications, Cancellation, Terminations and payments for CRP, EQIP and CSP.
• Completed all phases of conservation program enrollments from application assistance, evaluation, ranking, planning, pre-approval and obligation
• Proficient in the use of computer programs such as ArcMap, AgLearn, Conservation Desktop (CD), Protracts, Financial Assistance Tracker, Conservation Assessment Ranking Tool (CART) and the Document Management System (DMS).
• Worked directly with applicants and contract holders to answer programmatic questions, assist with payments, update contracts through modifications, noncompliance, and cancellation.
• OneSpan license holder for area 5 providing digital signature options for signing important paperwork for payments, modifications, noncompliance, and obligation.
• Member of Ohio NRCS’s Employee Development Committee tasked with providing guidance on training issues and programs and implementation of the mentoring program.
• Supervisor: Kali Wilt (740-772-1711)

1) Assisted the District Conservationist (DC) in all aspects of the daily operation of the Field Service Center in Ross County, Ohio and while covering Pike and Scioto Counties, Ohio.

2) Assisted District Conservationist with making site visits, estimating costs, evaluating Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) applications, advising landowners of best practices to solve a host of resource concerns

3) Completed all phases of conservation program enrollments from application assistance, evaluation, ranking, planning, pre-approval and obligation.

4) Developed and assisted in implementation of Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) plans that encompassed over thousands of acres, requiring planning & use of wildlife habitat management techniques.

5) Work with land users, groups, & units of government to reduce soil erosion, enhance wildlife habitat, improve water quality, promote good land use, & improve forest & pastureland conditions.

6) Inventoried, evaluated, and inspected conservation practices

7) Completed requests for highly erodible soil determination and developed conservation plans to ensure compliance with Highly Erodible Land Conservation/Wetland Conservation (HELC/WC) provisions. Assist Soil Scientist in evaluations of site for wetland provisions.8

8) Delivered outreach activities & conservation information requests to targeted audiences, including schools, 4-H groups, conservation groups, & the general public.

9) Served as Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Inspector on riprap and gabion basket projects.

10) Served as area resource contact for Cultural Resource program, completed 2nd level reviews before sending to state archeologist

11) Maintained Certified Conservation Planner certification

12) Ensure that technical soil and natural resource conservation services are provided at the field office, to support all aspects of conservation planning and related technical assistance to customers.

13) Delivered conservation technical assistance and completed required documentation such as conservation plans, conservation assistance notes, cultural resources, CPA 52, specifications, job sheets, rankings, Schedules of Operation, Modifications, Cancellation, Terminations and payments for EQIP and CSP.

14) Proficient in the use of computer programs such as ArcMap, AgLearn, Toolkit, Conservation Desktop, Conservation Assessment Ranking Tool, Protracts, Document Management System (DMS)

15) Worked closely with landowners on promoting forest health and improving wildlife and pollinator habitat with the assistance of the Division of Forestry and Division of Wildlife and other partners.

16) Responsible for providing monitoring for Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), Natural Resource Inventory (NRI) and Easement Monitoring which may include baseline information on site and land use, evaluation of current practices, grassland species identification, analyzing options for improvement and determining compliance with program guidelines.

• Coordinated watershed management projects to enhance ecological health and community engagement.
• Coordinated volunteer events to engage community members in watershed stewardship activities.
• Collaborated with stakeholders for the successful restoration of degraded watersheds.
• Monitored water quality to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Promoted sustainable land use practices by providing technical assistance to landowners and resource managers within the watershed area.
• Evaluated project outcomes using scientific data collection methods and GIS mapping tools, informing future management strategies.
• Implemented erosion control measures to reduce sedimentation in streams and rivers within the watershed area.
• Developed educational programs promoting sustainable practices among local stakeholders.
• Facilitated collaboration between governmental agencies and community organizations for resource sharing.
• Analyzed water quality data to identify trends and inform conservation strategies.
• Led volunteer efforts for habitat restoration, fostering community involvement in environmental stewardship.
• Implemented outreach initiatives to raise awareness of watershed issues and solutions among residents.
• Managed grants and funding proposals to secure financial support for project implementation.
• Evaluated program effectiveness through stakeholder feedback, driving continuous improvement in initiatives.
• Secured funding for watershed projects through grant applications and partnership development.
• Facilitated stakeholder meetings to foster communication among diverse groups interested in watershed health.
• Developed and maintained a comprehensive database of watershed research, management, and restoration efforts to inform future decision-making processes.
• Managed project budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources to maximize impact on watershed health.
• Conducted field assessments to evaluate watershed conditions and prioritize conservation efforts.
• Developed partnerships with local, state, federal agencies, and non-profit organizations to support collaborative watershed initiatives.
• Contributed to regional planning efforts by providing expert input on matters related to water resources management within a watershed context.
• Enhanced watershed health by developing and implementing comprehensive management plans.