Extension Agent - ANR Madison County
Extension Agent - ANR Madison County
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Job Description
The Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources ANR in Madison County is responsible for planning executing and evaluating effective and comprehensive educational programs and training designed to solve social economic and environmental problems in agriculture and natural resources confronting smallscale limitedresource and sociallydisadvantaged farmers. Aligned with the mission and vision of the Cooperative Extension Program at NC A&T programs address high priority needs and issues for farming populations impacted by changing social economic and demographic factors. The Extension Agent is responsible for conducting educational programs and farm demonstrations in alternative agricultural enterprises safe pesticide management and Good Agriculture Practices GAP for the target audience. Specific projects will include facilitating and coordinating direct marketing through tailgate markets collaboration with a local agribusiness support center agritourism enterprise development and assisting with the production of specialty crops on small farms. The Extension Agent organizes communicates and delivers course materials in formal and informal instructional settings; collaborates with county and community based organizations to deliver programs and recruit program participants; determines program needs and priorities by conducting needs assessments; and evaluates data collected from multiple sources including advisory committee members county residents and program participants.
Minimum Requirements
Masters degree from an accredited university in agricultural education extension education agricultural science horticulture or a related field is required; or a bachelors degree in these or related fields in addition to work experience in Extension or working/teaching in diverse communities with an understanding that a Masters degree will be pursued. Ability to work independently without direct supervision. Ability to work and interact with diverse populations. Skills in leadership communication networking budgeting and public relations. Computer literacy (proficiency in MS Excel PowerPoint Word and Office) Strong oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities. Valid Drivers license and personal transportation. Ability to travel and work after hours/weekends as needed. Must be able to lift and carry training supplies and equipment needed for farm demonstrations and workshops.
Preferred Years Experience Skills Training Education
Masters degree in agricultural education extension education plant and soil science horticulture or a related field and two or more years of experience with horticulture crop production or plant production systems (including but not limited to soil water crop and pest management). Experience planning programs and working in diverse communities. Experience working effectively as a team member. Ability to manage time and resources.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
