Extension Associate

Position Function:

To lead and support a variety of routine and specialized Extension and research duties focused on a combination of coastal conservation and restoration environmental monitoring environmental stewardship and environmental education.

Salary Grade:13

Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC these positions are Unclassified and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Department Profile:

This position will be administratively housed in the Coastal and Marine Extension Program within the Coastal Research and Extension Center in Biloxi MS.

Area of Specialization:

Extension and Outreach

Anticipated Appointment Date:

January 1 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The selected applicant will become part of the Coastal Conservation and Restoration Program (CCR) and potentially the Mississippi Sound Estuary Program (MSEP). They will be involved with a variety of program activities. The primary activities for the selected applicant are outlined below but could include any activities associated with CCR and/or MSEP.

These duties will include activities such as but not limited to:
*Organizing routine meetings with participants partners and team members;
*Leading and assisting with workshops and meetings;
*Leading and assisting with the preparation and dissemination of outreach and engagement materials and products;
*Developing organizing and implementing informational products;
*Applying for and managing extramural funding;
*Collecting interpreting and reporting data in field and lab settings;
*Performing research activities such as literature reviews and sample collection/processing;
*Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in relevant field.

Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Masters degree in relevant field;
*Extension applied research outreach education and project management experience;
*Familiarity with coastal marine and estuarine ecosystems and associated field research.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

*Must have reliable personal transportation a valid drivers license and ability to travel often to sites across SE USA;
*Ability to develop and maintain diverse and robust partnerships;
*Typing and computer skills (word processing and spreadsheets);
*Highly flexible: ability to adapt to a rapidly changing schedule;
*Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize multiple demands;
*Strong oral and written communication skills;
*Knowledge and skills in using Microsoft Office Suites especially Word Excel PowerPoint; knowledge and skills in document/project management/sharing platforms (e.g. Google Drive Basecamp etc.);
*Knowledge and skills in webinar software (WebEx GoToMeeting Zoom etc.)
*Ability to develop and maintain diverse and robust partnerships
*Ability to collect process and interpret research data; ability to author or co-author publications.
*Ability to apply for secure and manage extramural funding.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

*Work will involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures dirt and dust;
*Ability to work in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time;
*Ability to work long hours occasionally in remote locations;
*Requires substantial routine travel including overnight trips.

Instructions for Applying:

Link to apply: applicants must apply online at by submitting an application with a cover letter resume and academic transcripts. Any social security numbers included on transcripts must be redacted before submission with the application.

Screening Date:

October 28 2025 until filled.

Restricted Clause:

Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment programs or activities based on race color ethnicity sex pregnancy religion national origin disability age sexual orientation genetic information status as a U.S. veteran or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance 231 Famous Maroon Band Street P.O. 6044 Mississippi State MS 39762 .

What do I do if I need an accommodation

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA) if you have a disability and wouldlike to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi StateUniversity please contact the Department of Human Resources Management attel: or.

If you have any questions regarding this policy contact the Department of Human ResourcesManagement ator. Upon request sections of thisjob listing are available in large print and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.