Partnership and Engagement Extension Specialist

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Looking for a role where relationship building and strategic communication go hand in hand Interested in helping shape the future of integrated pest management at the regional and national level

If so the North Central Integrated Pest Management (NCIPM) Center is seeking applicants for a Partnership and Engagement Extension Specialist! This position will be classified as an Industry Extension Specialist II.

This individual supports the NCIPM Center by developing and strengthening partnerships coordinating stakeholder engagement and communicating research-based integrated pest management information to broad audiences across the North Central Region and nationally.

Working with the NCIPM Center Directors and regional partners this position establishes and facilitates networks and coalitions involving land-grant universities Extension programs federal and state agencies commodity organizations professional societies industry nonprofit organizations and other stakeholders. The position helps identify emerging needs and opportunities connects partners with expertise and resources and supports collaborative Extension and educational initiatives that strengthen integrated pest management programs.

The position also develops science-based communication and educational materials that demonstrate the value and impact of IPM research Extension and implementation. This includes translating scientific and technical information for stakeholders administrators funding agencies policymakers and other audiences.

The successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills demonstrated ability to build productive relationships and the ability to coordinate multiple projects involving partners from different organizations and disciplines.

Occasional travel will be involved in this role.

This is a fixed-term position with an end date of 6/30/2028 with the opportunity for renewal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree or higher in Crop Science Horticulture Entomology Pathology or related field.
• Knowledge of crop production systems integrated pest management plant health agricultural extension or related agricultural disciplines.
• Experience translating scientific and technical information into clear communications for stakeholders administrators funding agencies policymakers and other audiences.
• Experience developing content for websites newsletters annual reports impact statements briefing materials fact sheets presentations and other related products.
• Demonstrated experience developing strengthening and managing strategic partnerships among universities government agencies industry organizations commodity groups nonprofit organizations or other stakeholder groups.

About NCIPM Center:

The North Central Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Center advances science-based pest management across the twelve-state North Central Region of the United States.

Based at Iowa State University and funded by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) the Center connects researchers extension educators growers public agencies schools and communities to develop practical solutions for insect pests weeds plant diseases invasive species and other pest challenges.

Through grants partnerships educational resources webinars pest alerts and regional collaboration the Center helps improve agricultural productivity while protecting human health pollinators and the environment. To learn more please visit NCIPM Center.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

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