Economic and Workforce Development – Agriculture Fellow

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

Economic and Workforce Development – Agriculture Fellow

Economic and Workforce Development – Agriculture Fellow – Non-Merit

$26.39 – $35.91 Hourly

Location

Towson, MD

Job Type

NON-MERIT

Job Number

NM.143 03-25

Department

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Opening Date

03/24/2025

Closing Date

Baltimore County Department of Economic and Workforce Development has an immediate opening for the Agriculture Fellow responsible for managing the day-to-day programs and operations of the Office of Agriculture.

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Economic Development.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose
Under the guidance of the department’s Chief, Agriculture, the Agriculture Fellow has the overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the programs hosted by and facilitated by the Office of Agriculture within the Department of Economic and Workforce Development. This position includes the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that advance the economic and workforce development initiates for Baltimore County’s Agriculture industry.

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform:

• Serve as the contact for the day-to-day operations of the programs facilitated by the Office of Agriculture at the Center for Maryland Agriculture and Farm Park.
• Oversee the greenhouse and facilitate the New and Beginning Farmer Greenhouse Incubator Program.
• Developing programs and opportunities within the Office of Agriculture to advance economic development, workforce development, tourism, and marketing for Baltimore County Agriculture Industry.
• Assists with preparation, registration, of programs and/or special events facilitated by the Office of Agriculture.
• Coordinate the scheduling, confirmation and invoicing for events, programs, and meetings held at the Center for Maryland Agriculture and Farm Park.
• Respond to inquiries regarding Office of Agriculture programs and policies in person, by telephone or by regular or electronic mail.
• Communicate with local agricultural stakeholders co-located at the Center for Maryland Agriculture and Farm Park to ensure efficient execution of events, and meetings.
• Provides support for the Agricultural Services Advisory Board.
• Works collaboratively and effectively within a team, provides feedback to other members of the team.
• Builds and maintains cooperative and liaison relationships with public and private agencies.
• Use automated office systems, such as email, calendar/scheduling, and word processing computer software to prepare a variety of flyers, letters, memos, meeting schedules, and other material from draft or specific instructions.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

NOTE:The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for this position. They may not include all of the essential job functions of this position. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Preferred Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field.

Preferred Experience

Experience in the Agricultural Services sector.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong project management skills, including ability to coordinate across business units, County and State departments and other organizations.
• Understanding of the local, State, Federal and non-governmental organizations working on agricultural issues in Maryland and Baltimore County.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, coordinate and delegate projects as needed.
• Operational skills with Microsoft Word, Excel and other Windows-based software systems, and client management systems.
• Ability to plan activities and work with local agricultural producers, stakeholders, government agencies to promote and advance the County’s agricultural economy.
• Proven interpersonal skills, ability to engage with government personnel, business leaders, elected officials and various stakeholder groups.
• Flexibility with the ability to work varying schedules, including some evenings.
• Work independently and across organizational units toward key objectives.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.(www.WES.org).

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.