Extension Associate - Conservation Outreach Coordinator
Job Description
Posting Number
PG190688CEPosition Number
NC-00003109-0924Position Type
NC Cooperative ExtensionJob City & State
North Carolina Piedmont or Coastal PlainDepartment
Horticulture ScienceWorking Title
Extension Associate - Conservation Outreach CoordinatorAppointment
12 Month RecurringJob Type
Part-Time - PermanentFTE
.75Essential Job Duties
This is a 2 year (time limited), grant funded position.
The candidate will serve as the project coordinator for a project focused on Equity in Conservation Outreach.
The candidate will serve as the project coordinator for a project focused on Equity in Conservation Outreach.
- Highlight USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service climate-smart conservation practices for small and medium-scale agricultural enterprises including urban agriculture.
- Organize and help lead demonstration projects, field days, farm tours, and workshops.
- Promote conservation careers to underrepresented communities through outreach and engagement activities.
- Facilitate project management meetings and development of project materials including videos, and digital applications for best management practices and conservation careers.
- Assist with the development of data collection and analysis, ranging from interviews to surveys, and developing educational materials.
- Facilitate compensation of project participants, including farmers, conservation professionals, and participants.
Outreach will include presentations at meetings, calls, emails, and face-to-face interaction with extension agents, other technical service providers and growers, and grant program staff, as well as assisting with the development of web-based resources and leading the writing of newsletters covering these topics.
The candidate will serve as a contact point for historically underserved producers as well as underrepresented communities in conservation and agriculture. This position may supervise one or two temporary employees and interns working in the program.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
As part of the Land Grant University, the Department of Horticultural Science is composed of over 40 faculty that direct a diverse portfolio of programs in teaching, research, and extension components. Collectively, these strengths not only serve our clientele and our science but also provide a rich environment for graduate education and training that can be tailored to the specific career interests of the student, irrespective of whether they prefer training in the basic sciences or are preparing for a career in extension. Our education and research programs provide graduate and undergraduate students with unique hands-on learning opportunities using the latest technologies.
Other Work/Responsibilities
Prepare annual reports, organize meetings, and present research results at stakeholder outreach and scientific meetings.
The incumbent will also need to travel across the state of North Carolina alone and with others to conduct project activities and must independently be able to travel from location to location without reliance on others or the advanced notice that is often required of alternative means of transportation.
The incumbent will also need to travel across the state of North Carolina alone and with others to conduct project activities and must independently be able to travel from location to location without reliance on others or the advanced notice that is often required of alternative means of transportation.
Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises
N/APercent of Time Spent
N/AIdentify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key
Not ApplicableWork Schedule
Monday - Friday, 30 hours per week. Some weekend outreach and networking activities may be required.Minimum Experience/Education
The minimum requirement for employment as an Area Specialized Agent (ASA) with North Carolina Cooperative Extension is either (i) a Master’s degree in an area related to the agent’s assigned specialized responsibility and a minimum of three (3) years of Extension or education-related or industry-related experience in the relevant field, or (ii) a Bachelor’s degree in an area related to the assigned specialized responsibility and a minimum of seven (7) years of Extension, education-related or industry-related experience in the area of specialization.
Candidates shall also have demonstrated skills and abilities in program development and evaluation, and subject matter expertise in the area of specialization. Preference for research experience, including the ability or demonstrated experience in facilitating field research in the area of specialization, as well as history of successfully obtaining or capacity to obtain grant funds to support research and extension work in the area of specialization.
Candidates must have proven personal effectiveness skills, including excellent interpersonal communication, team building, and problem solving skills and the ability to provide leadership to an educational program area by working successfully with agents and professors/specialists as well as industry clients in their subject matter area.
Ability to work extra hours and weekends is required.
Person must provide their own dependable, personal vehicle and have the ability to travel independently in the assigned geographical area.
Candidates shall also have demonstrated skills and abilities in program development and evaluation, and subject matter expertise in the area of specialization. Preference for research experience, including the ability or demonstrated experience in facilitating field research in the area of specialization, as well as history of successfully obtaining or capacity to obtain grant funds to support research and extension work in the area of specialization.
Candidates must have proven personal effectiveness skills, including excellent interpersonal communication, team building, and problem solving skills and the ability to provide leadership to an educational program area by working successfully with agents and professors/specialists as well as industry clients in their subject matter area.
Ability to work extra hours and weekends is required.
Person must provide their own dependable, personal vehicle and have the ability to travel independently in the assigned geographical area.
Department Required Skills
N/A
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- BS/BA or MS/BA degree in horticulture, agriculture, environmental sciences, education, communication, marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of experience working with agricultural and conservation clientele and issues and/or experience communicating, marketing, or educating the public on environmental or agricultural themes.
- Experience with computers and basic computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Mail Chimp, Gmail, Google applications).
- Experience with software to create and manage spreadsheets, presentations, and social media accounts.
- Experience writing, editing, and publishing newsletters in Mail Chimp.
- Experience giving engaging presentations, preferred topic familiarity with agricultural and environmental topics, including outdoor/ field day demonstrations; however, experience with career readiness skills also applies.
- Native-level Spanish language proficiency
- Historically underserved producer (Limited Resource, New & Beginning, Veteran, Socially Disadvantaged (USDA)
- Underrepresented community member (USDA)
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required?
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoPhysical Required?
NoAnticipated Hiring Range
$50,000 - $51,000 (3/4 time position)Internal Transfer Only
NoJob Open Date
09/10/2024Quick Link
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/207549AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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