Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Lead

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking an Extension Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources, to lead educational programs addressing social, economic, and environmental issues in agriculture and natural resources. The role is based in Accomack County, VA, and involves traveling to build community partnerships and deliver programs to diverse audiences.

The successful candidate will develop markets, educate producers on market opportunities, and expand agritourism and sustainable agriculture initiatives while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or University.
• Master's degree and promotion to Extension Agent required no later than the sixth year of employment.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, select, train and manage volunteers; demonstrated ability to lead groups, plan, implement, facilitate, teach, and evaluate educational information programs.
• Knowledge and use of computer technology in educational programming and management and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse audiences; travel to provide in-person leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in determining, implementing, and evaluating educational programs addressing agricultural and environmental problems.
• Educate producers about new markets, value-added opportunities, and collaborative marketing.
• Develop and expand web-based marketing efforts and partnerships with producer organizations.
• Collaborate with county/state/federal agencies and stakeholders to support agricultural producers and grant opportunities.

Skills

Volunteer management

Group leadership

Educational program delivery

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Virginia Tech is seeking an Extension Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources, to lead educational programs addressing social, economic, and environmental issues in agriculture and natural resources. The role is based in Accomack County, VA, and involves traveling to build community partnerships and deliver programs to diverse audiences.

The successful candidate will develop markets, educate producers on market opportunities, and expand agritourism and sustainable agriculture initiatives while