Director of Institute for Ag Professionals
About the Job
The University of Minnesota Extension Department of Agricultural and Natural Resource Systems conducts crop production education programming for agricultural professionals through a suite of events collectively referred to as the Institute for Ag Professionals (IAP). The three core program elements are the Field School for Ag Professionals, the Crop Pest Management Short Course & Minnesota Crop Production Retailers (MCPR) Trade Show, and the Research Updates for Ag Professionals. The demand for IAP’s programming is strong due to the quality of the programming, which responds to the Certified Crop Advisor accreditation needs and the desire of agricultural professionals to stay updated on the latest research and best management practices. By providing targeted and focused programming to agricultural professionals, the IAP and the University of Minnesota Extension can impact a large portion of Minnesota’s acreage.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead the IAP program in its vision, goal-setting, and long-range strategic planning efforts
- Develop and manage a program budget, focusing on maintaining the program’s fiscal sustainability
- Recruit and convene planning committees and implementation teams of campus and field faculty along with external collaborators when appropriate and feasible
- Develop and maintain relationships with external organizations important to the success of the program
- Provide programmatic supervision of Extension personnel working with IAP programming
- Accountable for evaluation and reporting systems regarding IAP programs
About the Department
In the Department of Agricultural and Natural Resource Systems (ANR), we work with purpose to deliver research-based programming that improves lives, environments, and the communities in which we live and work. We value engagement, inclusion, discovery, integrity, growth, and balance.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $50-$65/hr depending on education/qualifications/experience.
Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.
How To Apply
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