Agriculture Extension Agent: Field Crops & Pesticide Coord

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; 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 University seeks an Extension Agent, Agriculture in Wayne County, NC to lead research-based educational programs in field crops and pesticide education. The agent coordinates licensing training, partners with university staff, and helps communities adopt new ag technologies while supporting regulatory compliance and farm safety.

This 12-month, full-time position requires collaboration across NC State Extension and local partners, with duties ranging from program planning to outreach,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field with GPA requirements as specified.
• Master’s degree in related field with GPA>=3.0 or Master’s with one-half of degree in agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Lead research-based educational programs in field crops and pesticide education.
• Coordinate pesticide licensing training for private, public, and commercial applicators.
• Collaborate with staff, university specialists, and extension colleagues to promote adoption and compliance.
• Provide outreach, field days, and disaster preparedness support.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Leadership

Communications

Networking

Budgeting

Public relations

Time management

Resource management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Community partnerships

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agricultural Education, Agribusiness, or related agricultural field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

NC State University seeks an Extension Agent, Agriculture in Wayne County, NC to lead research-based educational programs in field crops and pesticide education. The agent coordinates licensing training, partners with university staff, and helps communities adopt new ag technologies while supporting regulatory compliance and farm safety.

This 12-month, full-time position requires collaboration across NC State Extension and local partners, with duties ranging from program planning to outreach,