- Knowledge of latest farming techniques
- Ability to work in rural settings and interact with farmers daily.
- Good communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal.
- Strong leadership Skills
- Ability to work Independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to work long, irregular hours and travel frequently.
- Ability to hold the interest of an audience.
- Ability to provide oral and written presentations to groups, individuals and through mass media.
- Ability to visit clientele at sites throughout the county.
- Ability to plan and teach educational programs.
- Work closely with producers, agri-business, community leaders, Extension Leadership Councils and appropriate agents and specialists to identify and prioritize issues, problems, and opportunities.
- Use farm and business visits to remain knowledgeable of specific local needs and problems related to agricultural production, marketing, and environmental protection.
- Assist state coordinator in establishing farm trials that address state and local needs at off campus centers and model farms.
- Maintain a high level of proficiency in the subject matter field by participating in in-service training and professional activities.
- Develop and implement evaluation plans, report impacts, outcomes, and results of programs to clientele, public, and administration.
- Collaborate with other staff for planning, implementing, and evaluating programs.
- Assist with the collection of data, evaluation, and reports.
- Assist with grant writing, budgeting, and provide input in the development of educational programs.
- Provide communication and seek additional contacts with stakeholders.
- Prepare extension outreach materials like fact sheets, brochures for disseminating information to the limited resources farmers.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- M. S. in Plant Science/ Horticulture/Agronomy, or a closely related field
- 1 year experience in Sustainable Agriculture practices.
- 1 Yr. Experience in outreach and extension activities.
- 1 year experience in applied field research.
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Educator, Area Agriculture Extension - Claiborne County, United States - InsideHigherEd
Description
Job Title:Educator, Area Agriculture Extension (Pike, Walthall, Lincoln and Amite)
FLSA Status:Exempt
Posted Salary Range:Commensurate With Experience
Employment Status:Full Time
Department:College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Job Summary:The primary responsibility of the Educator is to identify and form working partnerships with relevant farmers, local organizations, agencies, and institutions to deliver research-based agricultural educational programs, events and activities to program participants and other members of the agricultural community within the assigned area. The individual will work with producers, schools, and agricultural-related associations to explore strategies for improving production and profitability of their farming operations.
Essential Job Functions :
n/a
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas:No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds:Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds:Not Required
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds:Not Required
Heavy Work - Exerting pounds:Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds:Not Required
Travel:Occasionally
Extended Work Hours:Occasionally
Posting Number:S1020
Number of Vacancies:1
Open Date:05/16/2024
Open Until Filled:Yes
EEO Statement:Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.