Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP)

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Athens, Georgia is seeking a Public Service Assistant/Associate to direct its Pesticide Safety Education Program. The role involves developing and delivering safety training and collaborating with county agents. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Entomology or a related field and have strong communication and organizational skills. Experience in overseeing similar programs is highly desirable. The position is full-time and applications are accepted until January 10, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Entomology or a related life science field is required.
• One to two years of experience overseeing similar programs is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of worker protection standards and pesticide safety.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the state Pesticide Safety Educational Program coordinator.
• Develop and deliver pesticide education and safety training.
• Act as a liaison to provide Pesticide Safety Training.
• Develop, deliver, and oversee Worker Protection Standards Training.
• Collaborate with county agents and specialists to develop training modules and videos.
• Travel independently across the state (driving required).

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of worker protection standards

Knowledge of pesticide safety

Education

MS in Entomology or related field

PhD in Entomology or related field

Job description

Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP)

Posting Details: Posting Number F2589P, Working Title: Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP), Department: CAES-Entomology, University of Georgia, Location: Athens, GA.

Position Summary: The Department of Entomology at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, 12‑month, non‑tenure‑track Public Service Assistant/Associate to direct the Pesticide Use and Safety Program for the state of Georgia. The position is budgeted at 95% Service, 5% Research.

Core Responsibilities

• Serve as the state Pesticide Safety Educational Program (PSEP) coordinator, including involvement in grants supporting the mission.
• Develop, deliver, and oversee pesticide education and safety training.
• Act as departmental liaison to provide college-wide Pesticide Safety Training for graduate research assistants and staff.
• Develop, deliver, and oversee Worker Protection Standards Training.
• Collaborate with county agents and specialists to develop worker protection training modules and videos.
• Travel independently across the state (driving required).

Minimum Qualifications

• MS in Entomology, a related life science field, or Agricultural Education/Communication.
• One to two years’ experience overseeing similar programs (highly desirable).
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and knowledge of worker protection standards and pesticide safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Entomology or related field.
• Experience with grant involvement.
• Interdisciplinary background.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter describing past experience and interest.
• Curriculum vitae (up to 25 pages).
• Contact information for three references.

Applications received by January 10, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Required documents: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References with Contact Information.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.