Agriculture & Food Systems Extension Educator – Talbot County

University of Maryland; Maryland; In loco; USD 50.000 - 66.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Maryland Extension (UME) Talbot County is seeking an Educator to support agronomy and horticultural crops, livestock, and farm business development. You will coordinate programs, train staff, and engage with local producers to improve agricultural outcomes.

Required: a BS in agricultural field, 3 years of leadership, strong computer skills, and willingness to travel Maryland-wide. A MS is preferred. Criminal history check applies.

Competenze

• B.S. degree in agricultural education, agronomy, animal science, horticulture, agricultural business, or related field and some experience in agricultural rural development or agribusiness.
• Three years of leadership and management experience that demonstrate the ability to work well with farmers and community leaders.
• Knowledge and use of computer technology for educational programming and management.
• Plant diagnostic skills, such as identifying insects and diseases.
• Personal transportation and valid driver’s license required; willingness to travel Maryland-wide.
• Flexible schedule for evening and weekend educational programs as needed.
• Must become a certified Maryland nutrient management advisor/consultant and obtain a commercial pesticide applicators license in category-10 public agency.
• Subject to Criminal History Record Check; employment contingent on clearance.

Mansioni

• Coordinate and support agronomy and horticultural programs, livestock, and farm business development in Talbot County.
• Develop Extension programs to improve financial viability of farms.
• Initiate Extension program marketing and communications, including media materials.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local agricultural organizations and committees.
• Develop scholarly activities and publish educational materials.
• Serve as a consultant to county government on land use and agriculture.

Conoscenze

Leadership & mgmt

Computer literacy

Plant diagnosis

Travel availability

Formazione

B.S. degree in agricultural education, agronomy, animal science, horticulture, agricultural business, or related field

M.S. degree in agricultural education, agronomy, animal science, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Maryland Extension (UME) Talbot County is seeking an Educator to support agronomy and horticultural crops, livestock, and farm business development. You will coordinate programs, train staff, and engage with local producers to improve agricultural outcomes.

Required: a BS in agricultural field, 3 years of leadership, strong computer skills, and willingness to travel Maryland-wide. A MS is preferred. Criminal history check applies.