Urban Agriculture & Horticulture Extension Agent

North Carolina State University; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

North Carolina Cooperative Extension (NCCE) in Mecklenburg County seeks a Horticulture and Urban Agriculture Agent to lead educational programs for commercial horticulture, urban farming, and consumer horticulture, including pesticide education and certification.

This role requires self-direction, project management, and collaboration with community partners to build programs and support small farms, with 75% focus on commercial/urban agriculture and 25% on Master Gardener management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs addressing the needs of commercial horticulture, urban agriculture, small farms, and consumer horticulture.
• Provide leadership and management for the Extension Master Gardener Program in Mecklenburg County.
• Develop and market impactful educational programs for diverse audiences throughout the county.
• Coordinate pesticide education and certification programs to meet county clientele needs.
• Provide services related to plant and insect diagnostics, production recommendations, and other technical support.
• Provide educational support to small farms and commercial ornamental/nursery landscape plant production businesses.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community members, organizations, agency partners, and other stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects, responsibilities, schedules, and program priorities with a high degree of self-direction.

Job description

North Carolina Cooperative Extension (NCCE) in Mecklenburg County seeks a Horticulture and Urban Agriculture Agent to lead educational programs for commercial horticulture, urban farming, and consumer horticulture, including pesticide education and certification.

This role requires self-direction, project management, and collaboration with community partners to build programs and support small farms, with 75% focus on commercial/urban agriculture and 25% on Master Gardener management.