Program Support Specialist

Program Support Specialist

ID:

AMT1-011

Location:

Miles City, MT Posted Date:

5/12/2026

Agency:

NRCS

Wage/Hr:

$20.00

Hours/Week:

20 - 40

Minimum Age:

55

Disclaimer:

This is not a federal position. This role is offered through a partnership agreement and does not constitute an NRCS hiring action. This position is a non-federal role funded through an existing agreement between NRCS and NEW Solutions. The enrollee will provide direct support to farmers and landowners, enabling the implementation of conservation practices on the ground. This role contributes to NRCS's mission by enhancing capacity in field offices and ensuring timely assistance to producers. It is designed to free up NRCS staff for emergency and high-priority responses, not to replace federal staff. This role helps ensure continued progress on conservation planning, practice implementation, and technical assistance, especially in high-demand or disaster-affected areas. It aligns with the Administration's priorities for farmer-first, field-facing, and partner-enabled capacity expansion. For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) has specialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55+) with full-time and part-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of Federal Agencies across the United States. NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55+) with the Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS). These are experienced professionals who provide technical and professional assistance to the Department of Agriculture for the Agriculture Conservation Experienced Services (ACES) Program.

Benefits:

Paid Health Insurance Premium for positions budgeted at 60+ hours per pay period, Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Federal Holidays, and optional Vision and Dental Insurance available for positions budgeted at 35+ hours per pay period. Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period. Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions is temporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee is an "at-will" relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminate enrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and the Agency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.

PLEASE NOTE

An "ACES Enrollee" is not a federal employee, nor an employee of NEW Solutions. An "ACES Enrollee" is a participant in a grant program established through a Cooperative Agreement funded by the USDA-NRCS and administered by NEW Solutions. This opportunity applies to applicants legally eligible to work in the United States.

Duties:

Work closely with staff within the team to deliver Farm Bill programs to producers. Assembles documentation required to process approved NRCS certified conservation payments. Provides quality assurance that information on each document is complete per agency policy and guidelines. Reviews payment applications, as assigned, within the agency specific software. Assists with all assigned functions related to financial and programmatic audits. Reviews/uploads program information into applicable database; and forwards completed documents to financial management staff for payment. 40% Assemble contract folders according to program guidelines; review practice components to financial cost data; identify discrepancies to be fixed prior to payment obligation. 25% Compile supporting documents to validate payment requests, ensure that payment requests comply with contract provisions and are within spending limits prior to submission of payment. 15% Track contract activities for progress and spot checking; compile findings into reports. 10% Serve as "backup" for reception, mailing, and record management. Assist with processing forms, maintaining program files, facilitating re-organization of all field office files to meet established protocol and maintain ledgers for training, and workload/program contracts. Also, other duties as assigned. 10%

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 year(s) of experience in Microsoft Office and proficiency in Adobe Acrobat. Use of office automation equipment including scanner, and printer. Knowledge of computer internet security/cyber security. Capable of basic letter writing and proficiency in written and verbal communications.

OR HS/GED

Degree in General education Must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator's license for the type of vehicle(s) operated to perform the duties of this position. This may require the operation of a motor vehicle on both public and private roads during daylight hours. Skill in operating personal computer software, as well as simple programming (including word processing, spreadsheets, email, file transfers, internet, time keeping, and databases), to research, tabulate, and analyze economic data, prepare correspondence, finalize documents, and foster work improvement.

Other Requirements:

Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Failure to pass the background investigation will result in termination of employment. Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel Conservation Desktop, Protracts, MS SharePoint, MS Teams, Outlook

Other:

Depending on assigned duties, On the Job and other NRCS provided trainings may be necessary to complete assigned duties. Depending on assigned duties, On the Job and other NRCS provided trainings may be necessary to complete assigned duties. Overnight travel: Up to 1-2 weeks per year. Physical requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.