Community Food Systems Lead — Extension Agent

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for NC

12 Paid Holidays

NCFlex – Health benefits

TSERS retirement

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University seeks an Extension Agent-CRD for Cabarrus County to lead community food systems initiatives and connect residents with local food sources through growers, stores, pantries, and food banks.

The role emphasizes collaboration with external partners to identify grants and funding opportunities and to develop new initiatives that expand access to affordable, locally grown food in Cabarrus County.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA 2.5 overall or 3.0 in major, or a Master’s degree.
• Personal automobile and valid driver’s license; computer literacy; strong oral and written communication.
• Ability to plan, implement, market, and evaluate educational programs; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead county/community programs to strengthen local food systems in Cabarrus County.
• Collaborate with partners to identify grants and funding opportunities.
• Increase residents' access to affordable, locally-grown food through market initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Program planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University seeks an Extension Agent-CRD for Cabarrus County to lead community food systems initiatives and connect residents with local food sources through growers, stores, pantries, and food banks.

The role emphasizes collaboration with external partners to identify grants and funding opportunities and to develop new initiatives that expand access to affordable, locally grown food in Cabarrus County.