Extension Agent, Ag, Field Crops and Dairy (Assistant, Associate or Full Agent)

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking an Extension Agent to lead field crop and dairy programs in Iredell County, delivering education and technical assistance across corn, soybeans, cotton, and wheat while coordinating pesticide activities. The role includes on-farm research, dairy production certifications, and youth dairy programming.

The agent will collaborate with Extension staff, private sector partners, and community organizations to expand outreach, plan field days, and promote agricultural

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field with GPA 2.5 overall or 3.0 in an agricultural discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crop and dairy programs in Iredell County.
• Develop and deliver educational programming and technical assistance for field crops and dairy.
• Conduct on-farm research and dairy production certifications; youth dairy programming.
• Coordinate with Extension staff, private industry stakeholders, and community organizations.
• Serve as county pesticide coordinator and collaborate with university specialists.

Skills

Communication

Public relations

Leadership

Time management

Organization

Technology

Networking

Resource development

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related field

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

The selected candidate will lead field crop and dairy programs in Iredell County, providing educational programming and technical assistance for all phases of field crop production (corn, soybeans, cotton, wheat) and pesticide education. They will also conduct on-farm research work in these crops, develop and deliver dairy production, animal waste operator certifications, and youth dairy programming. The role requires collaboration with Extension staff, private industry stakeholders, and community organizations, and the agent will serve as the county pesticide coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop relationships with local agricultural producers, private industry stakeholders, and local volunteer organizations.
• Develop and maintain organized Agriculture programs that follow North Carolina Cooperative Extension policies and guidelines.
• Assess client needs and evaluate program impact regularly.
• Work collaboratively with other Extension programs, staff, agencies, and community organizations.
• Network with neighboring Agents, University Specialists, and local Ag Producers to plan and implement innovative research test plots and educational field days.
• Promote Agriculture within the community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Educational: A bachelor’s degree in agriculture or a related field with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 overall or 3.0 in an agricultural discipline (waived for NCCE Program Associates). Applicants may also have completed at least one‑half of a master’s curriculum with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, or hold a master’s degree in agriculture or a related field.

Other requirements: Valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and a valid NCDL within 60 days of hire. Travel within the county and occasionally within the state and district is required.

Preferred qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in agronomy or a related science; experience in communications, presentation, public relations/marketing, leadership, time management, organization, technology, networking, and resource development.

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 for assistance. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks, and some vacancies may require credit or motor vehicle checks. NC State University participates in E‑Verify.