Natural Resource Economist

University of Idaho

Natural Resource Economist

Location: Moscow

Division/College: College of Natural Resources

Employee Category: Exempt

Pay Range: $55,000 - $56,000 annually

FTE: 1.0

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
This position is a joint research position with the University of Idaho (UI) and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) responsible for technical leadership for all phases of economic activities related to all NRCS and UI programs and land uses. This position will contribute to and support management decisions in the identification of critical resource concerns; provide leadership and coordinate activities within the state for integrating application of economic principles and evaluation techniques into interdisciplinary conservation planning activities; perform outreach to landowners on behalf of NRCS and UI by integrating market and non-market factors into public and private landowner planning; and maintain working relationships with other federal and state agencies, private groups and others engaged in or interested in natural resource activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Economics or related field; Bachelor’s degree and two additional years of experience may be substituted for a Master’s degree

• Two years professional experience in economic analysis of natural resource markets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Grant writing experience with proven record of acquiring externally funded grants.
• Knowledge and abilities to analyze cost data to determine the monetary effects of resource management systems.
• Knowledge and ability to develop and communicate state-of-the-art economics related technical materials.
• Knowledge of forestry, crops and cropping systems, including orchards, vineyards, and specialty crops.
• Valid state issued driver’s license.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:



Required Licensures, Certifications or other


Posting Number: SP003418P

Posting Date: 06/03/2022

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
This position is open until filled. Applicants who submit their materials by June 17, 2022 will receive first consideration. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.



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