Extension Agent- Urban Ag
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Job Location:
Greensboro, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Primary Purpose Of Position
The Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources ( ANR )- Urban Agriculture in Buncombe County will be 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 small-scale limited-resource and socially-disadvantaged food producers. Programs address high priority needs and issues for these populations that align with the mission and vision of the Cooperative Extension Program at N.C. A&T. The Extension Agent is responsible for non-formal education in techniques for urban agriculture local food marketing and sustainable agriculture. 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. While our employees are located in NC County offices they reap the benefits of employment at NC A&T State University.
Minimum Requirements
A bachelors degree in agricultural education extension education agricultural science horticulture plant and soil science 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 horticulture plant and soil science 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. Experience and knowledge in mass media marketing and presentations. Skills in leadership budgeting and public relations.
The Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources ( ANR )- Urban Agriculture in Buncombe County will be 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 small-scale limited-resource and socially-disadvantaged food producers. Programs address high priority needs and issues for these populations that align with the mission and vision of the Cooperative Extension Program at N.C. A&T. The Extension Agent is responsible for non-formal education in techniques for urban agriculture local food marketing and sustainable agriculture. 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. While our employees are located in NC County offices they reap the benefits of employment at NC A&T State University.
Minimum Requirements
A bachelors degree in agricultural education extension education agricultural science horticulture plant and soil science 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 horticulture plant and soil science 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. Experience and knowledge in mass media marketing and presentations. Skills in leadership budgeting and public relations.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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