Extension Agent CRD (Duplin County)
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Job Location:
Greensboro, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Primary Purpose Of Position
The Extension Agent for Community and Rural Development ( CRD ) in Duplin County is responsible for planning executing and evaluating effective and comprehensive community resource development programs that meet the needs of the county and align with the mission and vision of the Cooperative Extension Program at NC A&T. Primary programming areas include leadership development for community leaders; training clients to access resources needed to take action as informed citizens in their communities; community problem evaluation and decision making and training in public engagement and facilitation. 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. This role will support outreach and engagement efforts within Duplin County. Responsibilities include assisting with marketing communications and the development of program materials with attention to clear and accessible messaging. Under the guidance of program staff the individual will help develop and expand youth development family and consumer sciences and agriculture-related programs. This position will also contribute to identifying opportunities for new or expanded programming that addresses community addition to supporting integrated programs and office operations the role may include assistance with other audiences as needed. Collaboration with partner organizations and agencies that share similar goals will be an important component of this position. Specific duties include providing educational outreach technical assistance and project implementation to build the capacity for community groups to implement effective strategies that will grow and sustain their participation in civic engagement community decision-making and governance sustainable economic and social development and entrepreneurship. The CRD Agent encourages and facilitates active cooperation among community members by articulating and demonstrating strategies that promote environmental and cultural development to improve quality of life and take advantage of the assets and unique features of each community location.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree in agribusiness rural sociology community development human development rural development or closely related field; with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in the major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale) or completion of a Masters degree; a personal automobile and valid drivers license.
Preferred Years Experience Skills Training Education
For all Agent positions a Masters degree is preferred. Ability to work independently without direct supervision Ability to work and interact with various populations. 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. Ability to network with community partners and agencies and maintain the working relationships. 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 publications and equipment needed for training programs.
The Extension Agent for Community and Rural Development ( CRD ) in Duplin County is responsible for planning executing and evaluating effective and comprehensive community resource development programs that meet the needs of the county and align with the mission and vision of the Cooperative Extension Program at NC A&T. Primary programming areas include leadership development for community leaders; training clients to access resources needed to take action as informed citizens in their communities; community problem evaluation and decision making and training in public engagement and facilitation. 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. This role will support outreach and engagement efforts within Duplin County. Responsibilities include assisting with marketing communications and the development of program materials with attention to clear and accessible messaging. Under the guidance of program staff the individual will help develop and expand youth development family and consumer sciences and agriculture-related programs. This position will also contribute to identifying opportunities for new or expanded programming that addresses community addition to supporting integrated programs and office operations the role may include assistance with other audiences as needed. Collaboration with partner organizations and agencies that share similar goals will be an important component of this position. Specific duties include providing educational outreach technical assistance and project implementation to build the capacity for community groups to implement effective strategies that will grow and sustain their participation in civic engagement community decision-making and governance sustainable economic and social development and entrepreneurship. The CRD Agent encourages and facilitates active cooperation among community members by articulating and demonstrating strategies that promote environmental and cultural development to improve quality of life and take advantage of the assets and unique features of each community location.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree in agribusiness rural sociology community development human development rural development or closely related field; with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in the major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale) or completion of a Masters degree; a personal automobile and valid drivers license.
Preferred Years Experience Skills Training Education
For all Agent positions a Masters degree is preferred. Ability to work independently without direct supervision Ability to work and interact with various populations. 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. Ability to network with community partners and agencies and maintain the working relationships. 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 publications and equipment needed for training programs.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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