Agriculture & 4-H Extension Agent: Community Impact

Montana State University Extension; Lewistown (MT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University Extension in Fergus and Petroleum Counties is seeking professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate education programs in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Horticulture; 4-H Youth Development; and Community Vitality.

The role emphasizes collaboration with county agents, HR, and local partners to foster positive youth development and strong community impact across Fergus and Petroleum Counties.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications provided in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community needs assessment and develop, plan, implement, facilitate, and evaluate educational programs in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Horticulture; 4-H Youth Development; and Community Vitality.
• Provide leadership for the Fergus and Petroleum Counties 4-H program to foster positive youth development and volunteer engagement.
• Provide agriculture programming focused on livestock production, natural resources, farm and ranch, small acreage, and weed management; and horticulture to benefit the community.
• Build collaborations with county Extension staff, Extension specialists, county commissioners, and local organizations to support educational programming.
• Collaborate with county HR and Commissioners to hire, supervise, support, and coach county Extension Office employees.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify educational priorities with Fergus and Petroleum Counties and local stakeholders.
• Embrace a team approach to planning and implementing MSU Extension programs in Fergus and Petroleum Counties.

Job description

Montana State University Extension in Fergus and Petroleum Counties is seeking professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate education programs in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Horticulture; 4-H Youth Development; and Community Vitality.

The role emphasizes collaboration with county agents, HR, and local partners to foster positive youth development and strong community impact across Fergus and Petroleum Counties.