Lowndes County Ag & Natural Resources Agent

About the role

The University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an adviser 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.
• Target specific audiences for educational programs addressing critical issues identified in plan of work.
• Implement the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan.
• Develop and conducts interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues.
• Partner and collaborate with other Extension programs – such as 4-H and Family and Consumer Science.
• Collaborate with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs.
• 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.

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.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)?

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.