Tandi Gaskin
Boaz,AL
Summary
Soil Conservation Technician with experience in NRCS programs, including EQIP, EQIP-ACT NOW, IRA-EQIP, CSP, IRA-CSP and CRP. Experience in conservation planning programs, Conservation Desktop, Protracts, CART and ArcPro coupled with 1 year of experience at DeKalb County Soil & Water Conservation District. Familiar with customer service, agriculture, and eager to bring knowledge to support business and customer needs at the Natural Resources Conservation Services. Wide-ranging knowledge of the agricultural industry, including the cattle and poultry industry. I bring both a professional as well as a personal experience in the agricultural industry. I own and operate a commercial cow/calf operation while working full time at Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Soil Conservation Technician
Natural Resource Conservation Service
03.2021 - Current
- Collaborates with landowners to develop conservation plans tailored to their specific needs and goals.
- Conducts field evaluations to assess soil health and identify areas requiring targeted interventions for enhanced productivity.
- Increases public awareness on soil conservation issues through educational workshops, presentations, and community outreach initiatives.
- Preserves wildlife habitats by incorporating ecological considerations into all aspects of conservation planning efforts.
- Ensures successful project outcomes with thorough site inspections during key stages of implementation, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Promotes sustainable land use practices by providing technical assistance to farmers in selecting appropriate conservation methods.
- Improves soil quality by implementing erosion control measures and re-vegetation techniques.
- Supports reforestation efforts by planting trees on land which was logged, destroyed in forest fire or cleared by industrial use.
- Safeguards water sources through the design and implementation of sensitive area fencing, for the purpose of keeping livestock out of streams and ponds.
- Maintains a comprehensive database of all project activities, allowing for easy tracking of progress towards established goals and objectives.
- Creates Conservation Plans, Plan Maps, Soils Maps, Topo Maps and Locations Maps for EQIP, EQIP-ACT NOW, IRA-EQIP, CSP, IRA-CSP and CRP applications using Conservation Desktop.
- Ranks and Assesses all EQIP, EQIP-ACT NOW, IRA-EQIP, CSP, IRA-CSP and CRP applications using CART.
- Completes yearly HEL Reviews for neighboring counties in the field and on the FSA Compliance Website.
District Administrative Coordinator
DeKalb County Soil & Water Conservation District
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Track and record expenses and reconcile accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records
- Interact with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and direct to desired staff members
- Complete bi-weekly payroll for 3 employees
- Complete monthly payroll for 1 employee
- Assists NRCS with Conservation Programs (EQIP, CSP, CSP-GCI, CTA, CRP)
- Assist NRCS by contacting producers to sign program contracts, update eligibility, sign payment forms, etc
- Use Protracts and Conservation Desktop to assist NRCS with producer applications and contract management
- Use ARC Map/ARC GIS to create new CAFO/AFOs
- Work with Alabama Department of Environmental Management on CAFO/AFOs
- Administer 319 Grant from EPA includes quarterly reports of progress
Receiver
Tractor Supply Company
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Conducted weekly counts and yearly audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records
- Adhered to tracking, documentation and control standards in order to reduce loss and maintain compliance
- Coordinated efficient storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing packages each day
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts
Team Member
Tractor Supply Co.
06.2013 - 03.2019
- Answer an average of 25 calls per day by addressing customer inquiries, solving problems and providing new product information
- Welcome customers into the store and assist them with product location and information
- Routinely answers customer questions regarding merchandise and pricing
- Built long-term customer relationships and advise customers on purchases and promotions
Poultry House Worker
Gerald And Richard Guffey
02.2013 - 12.2013
- Used tractors, trucks, trailers, forklifts and various attachments to transport animals, feed and supplies necessary for smooth and efficient farm operations
- Conducted thorough examinations of animals to identify concerns such as illnesses, diseases and injuries, as well as monitor and document physical changes
Cashier Sales Associate
Fred's Store
07.2007 - 01.2008
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner
- Welcomed customers into the store and helped them locate items
- Operated a cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions
Education
Agricultural Sciences - Agricultural Sciences
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IA05.2028
High School -
Priceville High School
Decatur, AL01.2006
Skills
- Protracts
- Conservation Desktop
- Arc Maps
- EQIP
- CSP
- CSP-GCI
- CRP
- CTA Programs
- EQIP Payment Process
- CSP Payment Process
- Positive and friendly customer service
- Detail-oriented
- Strong client relations
- Multi-line phone talent
- Proficient in MS Office
- Data entry
- Excellent communication skills
- Skilled problem solver
- Conservation Practice Design
- Technical report writing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Soil Sampling Techniques
- GPS Navigation Proficiency
Accomplishments
Received Award as Soil Conservation Technician- 8/31/2022
Received Award as Soil Conservation Technician- 9/8/2024
Certification
Beef Quality Assurance Certified
References
- Carly Callahan, Assistant Manager, Tractor Supply, 256-840-8122
- Angie Jones, Farm Service Agency County Executive Director, 256-638-2181 ext: 104
- Brad Plunkett, Ashville Stockyard Owner, 256-504-1634
Timeline
Soil Conservation Technician
Natural Resource Conservation Service
03.2021 - Current
District Administrative Coordinator
DeKalb County Soil & Water Conservation District
01.2020 - 03.2021
Receiver
Tractor Supply Company
03.2019 - 01.2020
Team Member
Tractor Supply Co.
06.2013 - 03.2019
Poultry House Worker
Gerald And Richard Guffey
02.2013 - 12.2013
Cashier Sales Associate
Fred's Store
07.2007 - 01.2008
High School -
Priceville High School
Agricultural Sciences - Agricultural Sciences
Northwest Iowa Community College
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