Extension Program Specialist II (AGNR, Natural Resources & Forestry)
Job Location:
Prairie View, TX - USA
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Job Summary
Job Title
Extension Program Specialist II (AGNR Natural Resources & Forestry)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Cooperative Extension ProgramsProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Important Immigration information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 imposes a $100000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21 2025.Please be advised that TexasA&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense toascertainwhether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.
In addition on January 27 2026 Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.Accordingly if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visastatusthis moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
The Extension Program Specialist II- Natural Resources and Forestry will provide leadership to the planning and implementation of educational outreach programs in support of county-based staff in Natural Resource and Forest Management; prepare subject matter training and educational resource materials to address the needs of clientele as noted by the federal mandate; and conduct applied research on natural resource and forest management science.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
The salary isdeterminedin accordance withthe Universitys compensation structure and will becommensuratewith the candidates education and experience within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
Plans develops and implements training programs for use by county staff in the area of Natural Resource and Forest Management conservation agriculture business management small acreage production and educational programming/delivery related to Agriculture and Natural Resources to federally mandated clientele; Analyzes and interprets trends and other appropriate situational information and disseminate it for use by 1890 county personnel and committees in planning programs to meet local needs; Assists with the development of in-depth educational programs to solve significant problems and meet long-range objectives.
Develops comprehensive model plans which address base programs critical issues and clientele needs; Assists with development of evaluations instruments to measure program effectiveness; Develops and provides educational documents newsletters fact sheets curriculum PowerPoint presentations and videos to support county agents in-depth and outreach plans; Travels to selected counties to provide technical assistance and training for agents and volunteers; Interprets and disseminates relevant educational information from current applicable research findings demographics and economics and public policy.
Assist with Natural Resource and forest management including but not limited to forest thinning prescribed burning and carbon sequestration. Participates in independent and interdisciplinary applied forest management research and collaborates with other specialists and scientists; Observes University and CAFNR administrative policies to insure full compliance with mandated training and implementation of the institutional program for natural resource and forest management.
Attends headquarters staff conferences program area conference calls and Unit staff meetings; Attends district program planning conferences and training in support of county agents; Participates and presents at professional development conferences and meetings at the state and national level; Develops.
Participates and assists in college-wide events activities committees and performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Masters degree in forestry natural resources or related discipline.
Five or more years of related professional experience.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing database presentation and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent written and verbal communication analytical interpersonal and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of forest management practices and natural resource conservation practices.
Technical competence in forestry and natural resource management and the ability to apply this knowledge to the solution of problems.
Knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS).Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods to provide effective learning experiences.
Ability to work independently while adhering to established plans programs and protocols.
Job Posting Close Date:
Until Filled
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
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