Horticulture Extension Field Specialist: Educate & Impact

University of Missouri-Columbia; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Educational fee discounts

Retirement plan

Job summary

University of Missouri Extension is seeking a Field Specialist in Horticulture to plan, implement, and evaluate education programs across West Central Missouri. The role emphasizes extension teaching (90%) and traditional service (10%), with responsibilities spanning home and commercial horticulture, soils, pests, and plant health.

The workload supports county outreach and statewide collaboration. The appointment is a 12-month, non-tenure track position at Assistant/Associate/Full Extension

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in horticulture, plant sciences, agronomy, soil sciences, crop sciences or related field.

Responsibilities

• Educate, create, and connect through MU Extension programs.
• Engage with stakeholders and collaborate with partners to meet local needs.
• Develop an annual plan-of-work and report impact monthly.

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Horticulture or related field

Job description

University of Missouri Extension is seeking a Field Specialist in Horticulture to plan, implement, and evaluate education programs across West Central Missouri. The role emphasizes extension teaching (90%) and traditional service (10%), with responsibilities spanning home and commercial horticulture, soils, pests, and plant health.

The workload supports county outreach and statewide collaboration. The appointment is a 12-month, non-tenure track position at Assistant/Associate/Full Extension