Extension Agent -CRD (Cabarrus County)

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

Posting Details

Classification Type

EHRA

Primary Purpose of Position

The focus area of the Cabarrus County CRD Agent will be CommunityFood Systems. This agent will take the lead in county and communityprograms and initiatives aimed at maintaining and strengthening thelocal food system through multiple perspectives. The role willprimarily concentrate on consumers, businesses, markets, andpolicymakers, ensuring that the specific needs of Cabarrus Countyare addressed. These needs will be identified through periodiccommunity assessments, with strategies adjusted accordingly.

The primary objective of this position is to connect localcommunity members with local food sources by supporting localgrowers, producers, stores, markets, pantries, and food banks.Additional support for these entities may involve identifyinggrants and funding opportunities. Furthermore, the role includesincreasing residents’ access to affordable, locally-grown food byimplementing and sustaining in Cabarrus County markets and otherrelated programs. This will be accomplished through collaborationwith external organizations, the enhancement of existing programs,and the development of new initiatives.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institutionand has been the largest historically Black university in thecountry for the past decade. With an enrollment of 14,311 studentsin Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degreeprograms, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It isAmerica’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering andAgricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top fiveproducer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Artsand Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’sdegrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies andRelated Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and no.11 best business school for women in the nation.

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEMeducation and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised toachieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holdsCarnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and theAssociation of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annualeconomic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role asa higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s PiedmontTriad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nationfor the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBCfinancial network.

The Cooperative Extension Program at North Carolina Agriculturaland Technical State University is an educational outreachorganization within the College of Agriculture and EnvironmentalSciences. Cooperative Extension at A&T providesresearched-based educational information, programming and technicalassistance to limited-resource audiences that address a diverserange of issues in four programmatic areas – Agriculture andNatural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community andRural Development, and 4-H Youth Development. Together with itspartners – North Carolina State University Cooperative ExtensionService, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and state and countygovernments, a dynamic and resourceful system is formed. Inaddition to campus operations, The Cooperative Extension Programhas professionally staffed offices in almost half of the 100counties in North Carolina and the Eastern Band of CherokeeIndians.

Cabarrus County is a county located in the southwestern region ofthe state of North Carolina. As of the 2020 Census, the populationwas 225,804, comprising six municipalities and twelve zip codeswith the largest city, Concord, being the county seat. CabarrusCounty is thriving as the eleventh largest county in NorthCarolina, ranks sixth in growth, and is the eight most denselypopulated county in the state. With a strong network of recreationcenters and social and health services, our growing populationenjoys a multitude of community benefits and this position willwork to strengthen the food systems connection within all of theseas the population continues to grow. With a current rate of 10%food insecurity, 25,000 residents who live in food deserts and27,000 who receive food benefits, there are many who need our helpaccessing fresh nutritious food in the county.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5overall or a 3.0 in the major field of study (based on a 4.0scale), or completion of a Master’s degree; a personal automobileand valid driver’s license; computer literacy; strong oral andwritten communication skills; the ability to plan, implement,market, and evaluate educational programs; willingness to work as ateam member and support a total Extension program; and the abilityto handle multiple demands and set priorities.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

For all Agent positions, a Master’s degree is preferred.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid workarrangement, consistent with university and statepolicies.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have acritical job requirement that requires dedicated office spaceon-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Extension Agent -CRD (Cabarrus County)

Position Number

008568

Recruitment Salary Range

Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000; MinimumDoctorate $50,000

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

Organizational Division

Cooperative Extension

Organizational Location

College of Ag & Environ Sciences

Organizational Unit

County Operations/State Prog

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA2618

Open Date

11/13/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positionsremaining posted after this date are continuing to acceptapplications, but may close at any time. Applications received bythis date will receive full consideration, applications receivedafter this date may receive consideration depending on the statusof the search

Date Position Available

01/02/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application foret employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieuof completing an electronic application. Applicants seekingVeteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate ofRelease or Discharge from Active Duty with your application duringthe process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates aresubject to criminal and sex offender background checks. NorthCarolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federallaw requires all employers to verify the identity and employmenteligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity andAffirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employmentwill be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&TState University on the basis of race, religion, color, nationalorigin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, politicalaffiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexualidentity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employeesinclude the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, LifeInsurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid workarrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.A&T employees are generally required to reside in NorthCarolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned dutystation.

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/37005

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Letter of Reference 1
3. Letter of Reference 2
4. Letter of Reference 3
5. Copy of Education Transcripts
6. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty(DD-214)
7. Other Document
8. Other Degree - Copy of transcripts