Decatur County Ag & Natural Resources Agent

About the role

The University of Georgia seeks a Decatur County Ag & Natural Resources Agent to provide educational programming in the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) area. This position will offer educational opportunities in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor and teacher for AG & Natural Resources – to the local community. Develop a purposeful relationship with farmers, landowners, stakeholders and other county agents to accomplish outreach activities as related to Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR).
• Utilizing the expertise of these advisory groups, community leaders, public officials, and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs.
• Develop a plan of work that is equitable in meeting the varied socioeconomic needs of the county. Conduct promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming.
• Utilize research data and information on emerging issues in program development.
• Develop and conducts interdisciplinary programs with other staff members on critical issues. Partner and collaborate with other Extension programs – such as 4H and Family and Consumer Sciences. Collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs.
• Target specific audiences for educational programs addressing critical issues identified in plan of work. Implements the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan.
• Other duties as assigned by District Director, Program Area Coordinator, County Coordinator, or State Faculty.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in Agriculture or related area. A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment. See Additional Requirements below for more information.

Qualifications

Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite. Ability to speak to/teach large groups of residents. Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele. Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits. Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication. Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees. Skills in leadership and management.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Commensurate with Experience

Schedule

Fiscal (12 mo.)