Agricultural Business Growth Specialist

University of Missouri-Columbia; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement seeks a Field Specialist in Agricultural Business to plan, implement, and evaluate programs that support agricultural and agribusiness development. The position serves multiple Missouri counties from Warsaw, with statewide connections.

The role is a 12-month, non-tenure track appointment at the rank of assistant, associate, or full Extension Professional, with 90% teaching and 10% service responsibilities, renewable annually.

Qualifications

• Earned Master's or other terminal degree (MBA, Ph.D.) in agricultural economics, agricultural business, agricultural marketing, business administration, business management or related field.
• Experience communicating with diverse audiences is evaluated.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate educational programs for agricultural and agribusiness development.
• Collaborate with regional partners to identify educational needs and deliver programming.
• Develop and manage extension plans, reports, and program activities across the counties.

Education

Master's or terminal degree in related field

Job description

University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement seeks a Field Specialist in Agricultural Business to plan, implement, and evaluate programs that support agricultural and agribusiness development. The position serves multiple Missouri counties from Warsaw, with statewide connections.

The role is a 12-month, non-tenure track appointment at the rank of assistant, associate, or full Extension Professional, with 90% teaching and 10% service responsibilities, renewable annually.