Agriculture/horticulture Program Leader - Millbrook, United States - Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County
1 week ago
Description
The Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County Agriculture/Horticulture Program Leader will provide overall, high-level program and administrative leadership, direction, management and coordination of all Agriculture/Horticulture programming efforts and provide leadership and supervision to the Agriculture/Horticulture program area staff.
This position will explore and develop innovative new concepts in agriculture.
Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to community leaders, Extension colleagues, volunteers, and members, Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials and the general public in a professional manner.
This position will also ensure that the educational programs reflect the current needs and the diversity of people in the County, and that programs conform to the objectives and mission of Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Association.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture or related field (or) Master's Degree in Management with Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture.
- 4 years of relevant work experience. PHD may substitute for 2 years' experience.
Deadline to apply:
June 13, 2024.
Pay:
From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Gardening: 1 year (preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Millbrook, NY required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Millbrook, NY 12545: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
In person