Temporary Veteran Agricultural Services Support Specialist

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,051 - 59,891; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Employees

Access to professional development courses

Participation in wellness programs

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Raleigh seeks a Temporary Veteran Agricultural Services Support Specialist to assist military veterans in agricultural apprenticeship programs. The role involves supporting veterans' career goals, managing program compliance, and coordinating resources. Ideal candidates hold an MS degree in agriculture with extensive experience working with veterans. Competitive hourly pay is offered, along with benefits for temporary employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience working with veterans.
• At least 5 years of agricultural education experience.
• Experience with veteran benefit programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary contact for veterans in apprenticeship programs.
• Conduct check-ins with farmer mentors.
• Manage registration for SkillBridge pre-apprenticeships.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Experience working with veterans

Education

MS degree in agriculture and/or agriculture education

Job description

Overview

Temporary Veteran Agricultural Services Support Specialist at North Carolina State University. The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) seeks a Veteran Agricultural Services Support Specialist to strengthen and expand apprenticeship opportunities for military veterans pursuing educational opportunities in sustainable agriculture and food systems. This position provides direct support to veterans enrolled in registered apprenticeship programs, assists with veteran recruitment, program administration, and helps coordinate services between veterans, farmers, and CEFS staff. The Specialist will evaluate the feasibility of creating a pre-apprenticeship program that is also a SkillBridge program. The Specialist will serve as a consistent point of contact for veterans, providing guidance, troubleshooting, and resource navigation to ensure program success and compliance with GI Bill and DoD SkillBridge requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Veteran Support & Advising: Serve as a primary point of contact for veterans in CEFS apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs; conduct regular check-ins to track progress, troubleshoot issues, and connect participants with resources; assist veterans with navigating GI Bill and VA education benefits; support veterans in identifying career goals and post-apprenticeship pathways.
• Farmer & Host Site Support: Conduct check-ins with farmer mentors to assess site needs, ensure compliance, and identify opportunities for additional support; provide technical and administrative assistance to strengthen program quality.
• Program Administration & Compliance: Manage registration and administrative requirements for DoD SkillBridge pre-apprenticeships; maintain records for GI Bill, VA, and apprenticeship compliance reporting; assist with stipend calculations and other program logistics as needed.
• Recruitment & Outreach: Recruit veterans into CEFS apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs; represent CEFS at veteran-focused events, agricultural conferences, and career fairs.
• Program Development & Team Support: Participate in apprenticeship strategy, evaluation, agricultural education, and Career Pathways Initiative meetings; assist with planning events and workshops for veterans; contribute to grant applications, reporting, and program evaluation as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience/Education: MS degree in agriculture and/or agriculture education and at least 10 years experience working with veterans and at least 5 years of agricultural education experience.
• Department Required Skills: Experience working with veterans, military-connected populations, and agricultural education/training programs; strong organizational and communication skills; familiarity with veteran benefit programs (e.g., GI Bill, SkillBridge, VR&E).
• Preferred: Experience in sustainable agriculture, farm business management, or agricultural workforce development; experience with grant administration, event planning, and multi-stakeholder program coordination.
• Required License: Valid driver’s license.

Position Details

• Job City & State: Beltsville, MD
• Department: CEFS
• Classification Title: Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
• Working Title: Temporary Veteran Agricultural Services Support Specialist
• Work Schedule: 10-15 hrs per week
• Anticipated Hiring Range: $37/hr
• Recruitment Open Date: 09/29/2025

Benefits

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• LEAD courses and professional development
• Access to certain events and wellness programs

Equal Opportunity Notice

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact the Office of Equal Opportunity at 919-513-0574. For general application questions, contact Human Resources at 919-515-2135 or [e-mail]. Final candidates are subject to background checks. E-Verify participation is required.

Other

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