Extension Agent - Livestock (Cumberland County)

About the role

The Extension Agent for Livestock in Cumberland County will work with small, beginning, and limited resource farmers. Due to the close proximity to Fort Liberty, this position will also serve veterans and transitioning service members entering into the agriculture industry. In addition, the livestock agent will assist with the youth programming centered around livestock.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and the planning, executing, and evaluation of educational programs that meet the needs of the county’s limited resource population and align with the mission and vision of the Cooperative Extension Program at NC A&T.
• Determine program needs and priorities by conducting needs assessments.
• Organize, communicate, and deliver research-based information in formal and informal instructional settings.
• Collaborate with county and community-based organizations to deliver programs and recruit program participants.
• Support small farmers and limited resource populations entering into the agricultural industry by providing educational outreach, on-farm consultations, farm tours, and project implementation.
• Ensure that all activities are aligned with the goals of the Cooperative Extension Program at NC A&T.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in the major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale).
• Completion of a Master’s degree is preferred.
• A personal automobile and valid driver’s license.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to plan, implement, market, and evaluate educational programs.
• The ability to work as a team member and support a total Extension program.
• The ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work as a team member and support a total Extension program.
• The ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities.

Skills

• Ability to plan, implement, market, and evaluate educational programs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities.

Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

Pay

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

Schedule

• 40 hours/week, 12 months

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

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