Agriculture Fellow - Economic & Workforce Development

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County Government is seeking an Agriculture Fellow to manage day-to-day programs for the Office of Agriculture within the Department of Economic Development. The role supports economic and workforce initiatives in Maryland's agricultural sector.

Responsibilities include coordinating events, managing greenhouse activities, and liaising with stakeholders. A strong background in agriculture and project management is required, with some evening work possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field.
• Experience in the Agricultural Services sector.
• Strong project management skills and ability to coordinate across units.
• Knowledge of local/state/federal agricultural issues in Maryland/Baltimore County.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the contact for day-to-day operations of the programs facilitated by the Office of Agriculture.
• Oversee the greenhouse and the New and Beginning Farmer Greenhouse Incubator Program.
• Develop programs and opportunities to advance economic and workforce development for Baltimore County Agriculture.
• Coordinate scheduling, registration and invoicing for events and meetings at the Center for Maryland Agriculture and Farm Park.
• Respond to inquiries regarding Office of Agriculture programs and policies.
• Build relationships with public and private agencies to support agricultural initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Event coordination

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Client management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy/Agriculture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

CRM systems

Job description

Baltimore County Government is seeking an Agriculture Fellow to manage day-to-day programs for the Office of Agriculture within the Department of Economic Development. The role supports economic and workforce initiatives in Maryland's agricultural sector.

Responsibilities include coordinating events, managing greenhouse activities, and liaising with stakeholders. A strong background in agriculture and project management is required, with some evening work possible.