Educator, Area Agriculture Extension (Claiborne, Jefferson and Warren Counties)

Alcorn State University; Lorman (MS); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Alcorn State University seeks an Educator, Area Agriculture to lead community-based agricultural education and outreach. The role involves developing partnerships with local organizations, conducting demonstrations, and delivering programs that enhance production efficiency and profitability using research-based practices.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and at least three years of related experience; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Agricultural field is required.
• Three years’ experience in agriculture or closely related field is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred but not required.

Responsabilités

• Develops partnerships with local organizations, agencies and institutions to deliver educational programs, events and activities.
• Works with producers to explore strategies for improving production and profitability based on environmentally sound recommendations.
• Conducts on-farm demonstrations using current research-based information on soil, production, harvest, and marketing of alternative crops.
• Maintains relationships with Extension Specialists and Area Extension Educators to develop project proposals in priority areas.
• Implements educational programs on farm management including financial management, herd health, management and business analysis, risk management using workshops and short courses.

Connaissances

Patience

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Computer skills

Partnerships

Diversity awareness

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture

Master’s degree preferred

Description du poste

Job Title

Educator, Area Agriculture

Essential Job Functions

• Develops work partnerships with relevant local organizations, agencies, and institutions to deliver educational programs, events, and activities
• Works with producers and agricultural related associated to explore strategies for improving production and profitability based on environmentally sound recommendations
• Conducts on-farm demonstrations utilizing current research-based information emphasizing soil preparation and quality; production, harvesting and the marketing of alternative crops
• Maintains a working relationship with Extension Specialists and other Area Extension Educators to develop and implement project proposals in high priority areas
• Implements educational programs regarding farm management including financial management, herd health, management and business analysis, risk management employing workshops, short courses, tours, demonstrations, and other appropriate teaching and delivery methods
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in an Agricultural field
• Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum Experience: Three (3) years’ experience in agriculture or closely related field
• N/A

Licenses/Certifications

• N/A

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Demonstration of patience, compassion, attitude, and disposition toward working with individuals of diverse background
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Emotional maturity
• Creativity and innovation
• Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Ability to work well with co-workers and partners
• Competency in the use of computers and electronic outreach methods
• Ability to develop public-private community partnerships

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.