University of Maryland
Coordinator, Nutrient Management Advisor
🇺🇸 College Park, MD
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $45K - $54K
💻 Other
🗓️ October 16th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) is hiring a Coordinator, Nutrient Management Advisor. The role involves developing and delivering nutrient management plans using specialized software, advising agricultural producers on nutrient planning, soil and manure sampling, and conducting phosphorus-loss risk assessments to support farm profitability and environmental compliance. The advisor also trains producers in equipment calibration and crop yield measurement.
Highlights
- Develop and deliver nutrient management plans for agricultural producers using specialized software.
- Explain nutrient management plans and perform phosphorus-loss risk assessments.
- Advise on proper soil and manure sampling techniques and conduct nitrate soil testing.
- Train agricultural producers in equipment calibration and crop yield measurement.
- Requires competency with word processing, spreadsheet software, and cloud-based systems.
- Must obtain and maintain Maryland Department of Agriculture Nutrient Management Consultant certification within one year.
- Requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year of experience as an agricultural producer or in nutrient management; relevant experience may substitute education.
- Salary range is $45,000.00 to $54,000.00 per year with an extensive benefits package.
- Positions available in Baltimore County, Harford County, and Montgomery County Extension offices.
- Physical demands include lifting 30 pounds and working outdoors under adverse weather conditions; a valid driver's license and personal transportation are required.
Coordinator, Nutrient Management Advisor Full Description
Job Description Summary & Additional Information
Organization Summary:
University of Maryland Extension (UME) Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) Program seeks candidates for a 12-month Agricultural Nutrient Management Program (ANMP) Nutrient Management Advisor. ANMP Nutrient Management Advisors develop nutrient management plans for agricultural producers to balance nutrient inputs with crop requirements, thus optimizing production potential, improving farm profitability, reducing excess nutrient inputs into the Chesapeake Bay and enabling producers to comply with the State of Maryland's Water Quality Improvement Act of 1998.
Locations:
University of Maryland Extension is seeking to fill three (3) Coordinator - Nutrient Management Advisor positions, with one position at each of the following county Extension office locations:
- Baltimore County
- Harford County
- Montgomery County
Responsibilities include:
- Develop and deliver nutrient management plans using specially designed software and software applications.
- Explain nutrient management planning and plans to agricultural producers.
- Perform phosphorus-loss risk assessments when required.
- Communicate proper soil and manure sampling techniques for agricultural producers and advise on soil and manure collection procedures.
- Sample and analyze soils for nitrate-related tests.
- Demonstrate and train agricultural producers in equipment calibration and crop yield measurements.
Preferences:
- BS or MS in agronomy, plant sciences, or soil sciences.
- Four years of experience as an agricultural producer (primary decision maker) or working with agricultural producers in an advisory capacity, or college-level education in agriculture or a closely related field (e.g., environmental or natural resource science).
- Customer service experience.
- Experience working with agricultural producers or agricultural-related organizations.
- Certification by the Maryland Department of Agriculture as a Nutrient Management Consultant.
- Knowledge of agricultural production practices including livestock and cropping systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, use simple analytical equipment.
- Perform basic mathematical and algebraic calculations, complete reports and records correctly.
- Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
- Competency in the use of word processing, spreadsheet software, and cloud-based systems.
Licenses/ Certifications:
- Within one year of employment, achieve certification through the Maryland Department of Agriculture as a Nutrient Management Consultant and maintain this certification.
- Personal transportation and a valid driver's license.
Physical Demands Ability to lift 30 pounds and traverse uneven terrain and willingness to work outside under adverse weather conditions.
Required Application Materials: A complete application packet includes a cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts (official transcripts will be required if offered the position), and three (3) professional references, including name, mailing address, telephone number, and e-mail address.
Best Consideration Date: September 26, 2025
Posting Close Date: n/a
Open Until Filled: Yes
Benefits:
The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package. The position is a 1.0 FTE, equivalent to 40 hours per week.
Job Risks: Not Applicable to This Position, Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure.
VISA Information: No VISA sponsorship for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: One (1) year of experience as an agricultural producer or in nutrient management. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Other: Obtain and maintain Nutrient Management Certification within one year of hire. Knowledge of agricultural production practices and cropping systems.Skill in oral and written communication.Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Department
AGNR-UME-Special Agriculture Programs
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)
Salary Range
$45,000.00 - $54,000.00
Benefits Summary
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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