Livestock & Forages Extension Agent – Community Impact

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Childcare benefits

Descripción de la vacante

NC State University’s Cooperative Extension-Buncombe County seeks an Assistant Extension Agent, Livestock & Forages. Lead development and evaluation of educational programs for youth and adults in consumer & commercial livestock production, pasture management, nutrition, waste management, and 4-H youth livestock initiatives.

Must possess strong animal science knowledge, excellent communication, and computer literacy.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural field or related field with GPA requirements.
• Experience with livestock and crops.
• Ability to travel within Buncombe County and occasional travel beyond the county/district.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, implement, market and evaluate educational programs for Buncombe County.
• Network with producers, agri-business, community leaders and Extension staff.
• Recruit, train and supervise volunteers for Agriculture programs.
• Develop measurable, impactful Agriculture programs and collaborate with other agencies.

Conocimientos

Public engagement

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Travel ability

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in animal/agriculture

Master’s degree (preferred)

Bachelor’s with Master coursework (half completed)

Descripción del empleo

NC State University’s Cooperative Extension-Buncombe County seeks an Assistant Extension Agent, Livestock & Forages. Lead development and evaluation of educational programs for youth and adults in consumer & commercial livestock production, pasture management, nutrition, waste management, and 4-H youth livestock initiatives.

Must possess strong animal science knowledge, excellent communication, and computer literacy.