Urban Entomology Extension Educator (Open Rank)

Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for employees

Job summary

Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources in Lincoln, NE, is seeking an Extension Instructor or Open Rank Extension Educator focused on HLES with an urban entomology emphasis. You will develop and deliver educational programs for diverse audiences across counties and statewide, collaborating with homeowners, institutions, and industry partners.

The twelve-month, non-tenure position offers opportunities to advance education, engage communities, and contribute to pest management

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in entomology or closely related field (extension educator) or bachelor’s with progress towards master’s.
• Successful experience teaching in formal or non-formal settings.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through publications, presentations, web, and social media.
• Experience with and/or teaching urban pest management.

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers proactive, engaging educational programs on horticulture, landscapes, and urban entomology.
• Establishes and sustains local and regional programming portfolios and clientele.
• Collaborates with Extension specialists and research faculty to translate research into education.
• Engages with communities, homeowners, producers, and organizations to deliver statewide and county programs.
• Completes PEARS data entry and annual reporting requirements.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Urban pest management experience

Education

Master’s degree in entomology or closely related field

Bachelor’s degree in entomology or closely related field

Job description

Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources in Lincoln, NE, is seeking an Extension Instructor or Open Rank Extension Educator focused on HLES with an urban entomology emphasis. You will develop and deliver educational programs for diverse audiences across counties and statewide, collaborating with homeowners, institutions, and industry partners.

The twelve-month, non-tenure position offers opportunities to advance education, engage communities, and contribute to pest management