Field Crops & Dairy Extension Specialist

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

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