Farm Educator (Part Time)

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Arizona is seeking an entry-level Extension program assistant to support Tucson Village Farm field trips and curricula across assigned focus areas. You will assist with program and curriculum delivery under supervision, help collect data, and prepare basic reports for internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes community engagement, logistics coordination, and simple marketing activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One year of relevant work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in adapting and implementing established extension educational programs and curricula for assigned focus areas at Tucson Village Farm.
• Help organize topics, activities, and schedules for field trips, camps, workshops and learning sessions based on existing research-based programs.
• Coordinate basic logistics (rooms, materials, equipment) to support effective field trip program delivery.
• Conduct routine data collection activities, such as distributing surveys, recording attendance, and gathering simple outcome information from field trip and camp participants.
• Enter and clean data in spreadsheets or databases and perform basic analysis (summarizing counts, percentages, simple trends).
• Use standard formats to compile findings into tables or charts to support program evaluation.
• Assist with preparing standard reports, presentations, and summaries describing activities and results for stakeholders.
• Create simple slides, handouts, or visual aids for meetings with community partners and advisory groups.
• Maintain well-organized documentation so program history and results can be easily referenced.
• Support outreach efforts by sharing information with community members, schools, and local organizations about offerings.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Community engagement

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Presentation tools

Job description

Position Highlights

This entry-level professional position supports the delivery and basic development of Cooperative Extension program Tucson Village Farm's field trips with an assigned focus areas such as agriculture, youth development (e.g., 4-H), natural resources, family and consumer sciences, or community development. A person in this role performs routine program and curriculum support, data collection and analysis, reporting, and community outreach under the guidance of senior extension professionals and faculty.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Program and curriculum support

• Assist in adapting and implementing established extension educational programs and curricula, delivered through local extension offices, for assigned focus areas at Tucson Village Farm.
• Help organize topics, activities, and schedules for field trips, camps, workshops and learning sessions based on existing research-based programs.
• Coordinate basic logistics (rooms, materials, equipment) to support effective field trip program delivery.

Data Collection And Basic Analysis

• Conduct routine data collection activities, such as distributing surveys, recording attendance, and gathering simple outcome information from field trip and camp program participants.
• Enter and clean data in spreadsheets or databases and perform basic analysis (for example, summarizing counts, percentages, or simple trends).
• Use standard formats to compile findings into tables or charts to support program evaluation.

Reporting And Communication

• Assist with preparing standard reports, presentations, and summaries that describe extension program activities, participation, and basic results for internal and external stakeholders.
• Create simple slides, handouts, or visual aids for meetings with community partners and advisory groups including inviting new interns and volunteers to assist with field trips and other programs.
• Maintain well-organized documentation so program history and results can be easily referenced.

Community Outreach And Relationship Support

• Support outreach efforts for extension programs by sharing information with community members, schools, and local organizations about offerings in assigned focus areas.
• Attend community events and meetings to help staff tables, answer straightforward questions, and refer more complex inquiries to senior staff.
• Help identify community resources, venues, and potential partners that can enhance program delivery.

Operations And Volunteer Support

• Support day-to-day operations for extension facilities, events, or markets at Tucson Village Farm, including scheduling space, monitoring supplies, and tracking basic resource use.
• Assist with recruiting, orienting, and providing basic instructions to volunteers and interns who contribute to extension programs.
• Help with simple marketing and promotion tasks, such as drafting short announcements or social media posts under supervision.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of extension or community-based education principles and familiarity with research-based programming.
• Skill in organizing information, performing routine data analysis, and preparing standard reports or presentations.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally with colleagues, community members, and partners who may not be familiar with technical topics.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, follow established procedures, and seek guidance when encountering unfamiliar issues.
• Comfort working with various communities and a commitment to culturally responsive engagement.
• Proficiency with common office software (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools) and willingness to learn program-specific systems.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One year of relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• FLSA Non-Exempt
• Full Time/Part Time Part Time
• Number of Hours Worked per Week 20
• Job FTE .50
• Work Calendar Fiscal
• Job Category Agriculture and Extension
• Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
• Rate of Pay $20.33 - $25.41
• Compensation Type hourly rate
• Grade 5

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level PC1

Job Family Extension

Job Function Agriculture & Extension

Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)

Number of Vacancies 1

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