Area Agent - Field Crops (Assistant, Associate, or Full Agent)

About the role

The agent in this position will have educational responsibilities in all phases of field crop production for Granville and Person Counties. The successful candidate must be able to conduct educational programs that focus on the profitability and sustainability of North Carolina field crops, utilizing best practices based on research to include the adoption of proven technology, business, and financial practices. The successful candidate will be responsible for applied research development in the program area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement educational programs focusing on the profitability and sustainability of North Carolina field crops.
• Conduct educational training opportunities for private, public, and commercial operators to obtain and maintain their licenses.
• Collaborate with other agencies, groups, and organizations to reach intended audiences throughout the counties.
• Provide leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of an effective educational program to meet the needs of both counties in the area of field crops.
• Function as the county pesticide coordinator.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in the job related field.
• A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in the job related field.
• Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in the job related field.
• A bachelor’s degree in crop science, agronomy, or a related agricultural field is required.

Qualifications

• One of the following educational requirements:
• A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in the job related field.
• A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in the job related field, or
• Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in the job related field.

Skills

• A bachelor’s degree in crop science, agronomy, or a related agricultural field is required.
• A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Extension or other professional experience, including a high level of computer competency, is desired.

Benefits

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. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Pay

Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000 Minimum Doctorate $50,000

Schedule

8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday; nights and weekends as required