Extension Wildlife Damage Assc

CLEMU Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking an Extension Wildlife Damage Associate to support statewide programming addressing conflicts with wild hogs, deer, and other wildlife. You will coordinate activities, deliver education, develop resources, and evaluate outcomes with Extension agents and partners.

The role emphasizes collaboration, educational outreach, and meeting stakeholder needs within Clemson's statewide plan of work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver workshops, field demonstrations, webinars, and educational activities.
• Provide research-based information and technical assistance to Extension agents, landowners, and agricultural producers.
• Develop practical resources and publications to support wildlife damage management and education.
• Collaborate with county Extension staff and statewide partners to coordinate program delivery.
• Collect and summarize program outcomes and contribute to required reports.

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Doctoral degree in relevant field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Extension Wildlife Damage Associate supports statewide Extension programming that helps South Carolina residents, producers, and communities prevent and address conflicts with wild hogs, white-tailed deer, and other wildlife. The Associate works collaboratively to meet stakeholder needs and deliverables identified in the statewide problematic wildlife plan of work. Responsibilities include coordinating program activities, delivering education and technical assistance, developing practical resources, and evaluating outcomes with county Extension agents and statewide partners.

JOB DUTIES

• 10% - Professional Development and Self-Improvement: Attend program specific, office, and Extension team meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor. Identify and participate in opportunities for self-improvement and professional development such as professional and in-service trainings. Communicate effectively, both verbally and through written correspondence to Extension and program administrators.
• 15% - Educational resource development: Develop, update, and distribute practical educational materials that support wildlife damage management, including publications, fact sheets, presentations, digital content, and training materials. Translate relevant research and technical guidance into accessible information in collaboration with Extension colleagues, faculty, and other subject matter experts.
• 25% - Education and technical assistance: Provide research-based information and technical assistance to Extension agents, landowners, agricultural producers, communities, and other audiences. Develop and deliver workshops, field demonstrations, webinars, presentations, and other educational activities. Respond to wildlife damage questions within the position’s expertise and consult with appropriate subject matter experts on complex issues.
• 35% - Statewide program coordination and delivery: Coordinate and implement assigned components of the statewide problematic wildlife plan of work. Identify stakeholder needs; organize and deliver initiatives addressing wild hogs, white-tailed deer, and other wildlife; coordinate schedules and activities with county Extension staff and statewide partners; and complete assigned program deliverables.
• 15% - Program evaluation and reporting: Collect and maintain information on program activities, audience needs, participation, and outcomes. Assist with needs assessments and program evaluations; summarize results and impacts; and recommend improvements to educational activities and resources. Contribute information for required program, partner, and funding reports.

JOB CODE

UK41

EMPLOYEE TYPE

Regular FTE Staff

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Master’s degree in a relevant field

PREFERRED EDUCATION

Doctoral degree in relevant field

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

November 15, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range $60,000 - 70,800 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 100% Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors: 5% Extends hands or arms in any direction: 100% Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 100% Recognize or inspect visually: 100% Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 100% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 100% Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 100% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 50% Walk or move about: 100% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 100% Stand for Prolonged Period: 100%

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids): 5% Overnight travel: 100% Burn hazards: 5% Radiant hazards: 5% Electrical hazards: 5% Mechanical hazards: 50% Chemical hazards: 5% Vibration: 50% Noise: 50% Wet and/or humid: 100% Exposure to dust/fumes: 100% Exposure to heat or cold: 100%

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours: 37.5

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.