Agriculture Extension Agent: Education & Outreach Lead

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State Extension Pitt County seeks an Agriculture Extension Agent to lead field crops and pesticide education programs. The role coordinates county licenses training for private, public and commercial operators, and develops targeted educational initiatives.

The position may be hired at Assistant, Associate, or Full Agent level depending on qualifications. Join NC State Extension to help serve Pitt County and collaborate with local agencies to reach diverse audiences while advancing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in an agricultural or related field with GPA requirement met.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain organized Agriculture programs per NC Cooperative Extension mission.
• Market Agriculture programs to the community using various media.
• Assess clientele needs and measure program impact regularly.
• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers for program delivery.
• Collaborate with Extension programs, agencies and community partners.
• Promote Agriculture within the local community.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Public relations/marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in agricultural or related field

Tools

Mass media

Marketing

Job description

NC State Extension Pitt County seeks an Agriculture Extension Agent to lead field crops and pesticide education programs. The role coordinates county licenses training for private, public and commercial operators, and develops targeted educational initiatives.

The position may be hired at Assistant, Associate, or Full Agent level depending on qualifications. Join NC State Extension to help serve Pitt County and collaborate with local agencies to reach diverse audiences while advancing