Wayne County Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia invites applications for the Wayne County Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent. This county-based extension role delivers educational programming in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to diverse audiences using multiple teaching methods.

The Agent collaborates with advisory groups, state staff, and local partners; plans work equitably; and travels routinely for events, including evenings and weekends, to support 4-H youth programs and community

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher aligned with ANR/ extension work.
• Strong communication and outreach skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to plan and deliver educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Provides educational programming related to Agriculture & Natural Resources in the county.
• Utilizes advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and intended audiences to analyze data and help develop programs.
• Develops a work plan equitable in meeting county needs.
• Provides reporting of ANR activities via UGA software.
• Demonstrates involvement in community activities and networks with leaders.
• Ensures the Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan is followed in extension programming.
• Develops and conducts interdisciplinary programs with staff and partners.
• Collaborates with agencies and groups to plan and implement programs.
• Conducts promotional efforts to expand public view of extension programming.
• Uses current research data in program development and teaching.

Skills

MS Office

Public speaking

Youth programming

Teamwork

Professionalism

Written & verbal communication

Education

Master’s degree in Human/Youth Development, Sociology, Education, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Recreation, or related area

Bachelor’s degree acceptable for Provisional appointment

Job description

The University of Georgia invites applications for the Wayne County Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent. This county-based extension role delivers educational programming in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to diverse audiences using multiple teaching methods.

The Agent collaborates with advisory groups, state staff, and local partners; plans work equitably; and travels routinely for events, including evenings and weekends, to support 4-H youth programs and community