ANR Extension Agent: Market Growth & Community Impact

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Accomac (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech Extension in Accomack County seeks an Extension Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources, to lead education and outreach for local producers and communities. This role focuses on developing markets, improving marketing opportunities, and collaborating across agencies to support sustainable agricultural practices.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, with a master’s preferred, and involves travel for in-person leadership and partnership building within Virginia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Master's degree and promotion to Extension Agent required no later than six years of employment.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, select, train and manage volunteers; lead groups; plan, implement, facilitate, teach, and evaluate educational information programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in educational programs for agriculture and natural resources to solve local problems.
• Develop new markets, educate producers about new market opportunities, and connect growers with markets.
• Collaborate with producer organizations and grant programs; expand agritourism and web-based marketing.
• Travel to provide in-person leadership and build community partnerships.

Skills

Communication skills

Group leadership

Volunteer management

Educational programming

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Virginia Tech Extension in Accomack County seeks an Extension Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources, to lead education and outreach for local producers and communities. This role focuses on developing markets, improving marketing opportunities, and collaborating across agencies to support sustainable agricultural practices.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, with a master’s preferred, and involves travel for in-person leadership and partnership building within Virginia.