Urban Agriculture & Horticulture Extension Agent

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

North Carolina Cooperative Extension in Mecklenburg County seeks an Extension Agent for Horticulture and Urban Agriculture to lead educational programs for commercial horticulture, urban agriculture, and consumer horticulture. The role includes managing the Extension Master Gardener Program and coordinating pesticide education and certification across Mecklenburg County.

The position emphasizes self-direction, project management, and collaboration with community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, crop science, agronomy, or related field.
• Master’s degree in related field preferred; see requirements.
• Possession of valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs addressing needs of commercial horticulture, urban agriculture, small farms, and consumer horticulture.
• Provide leadership for the Extension Master Gardener Program in Mecklenburg County.
• Coordinate pesticide education and certification programs.
• Build collaborative relationships with community members, organizations, agency partners, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-direction

Time management

Travel ability

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in horticulture/crop science/agronomy

Master’s degree in related field

Doctorate degree

Job description

North Carolina Cooperative Extension in Mecklenburg County seeks an Extension Agent for Horticulture and Urban Agriculture to lead educational programs for commercial horticulture, urban agriculture, and consumer horticulture. The role includes managing the Extension Master Gardener Program and coordinating pesticide education and certification across Mecklenburg County.

The position emphasizes self-direction, project management, and collaboration with community partners.