Troup County Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Agent

About the role

The Troup County Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Agent position is responsible for managing the Agricultural and Natural Resources program in the county by providing educational opportunities in small-farm production, livestock, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods. It serves as a UGA Public Service Faculty member and a member of the County Extension Staff. It is under the direction and leadership of the County Extension Coordinator and the Northwest District Extension Director.

Responsibilities

• Provides educational programming related to Agriculture & Natural Resources in the county. This includes managing the Agricultural & Natural Resources program by providing educational opportunities in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods.
• Utilizes the expertise of and works closely with advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs.
• Develops a plan of work that is equitable in meeting the needs of the county’s varied socio-economic population.
• Develops and conducts relevant interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues.
• Collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs.
• Conducts promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming.
• Utilizes current research data and information on emerging issues in program development and teaching.
• Completes reporting of ANR activities via UGA software programming.
• Demonstrates personal interest and involvement in the community by participating in and supporting civic/community activities/organizations and networking with community leaders.
• Ensures the Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan of UGA Cooperative Extension is followed and that volunteers and clientele understand Cooperative Extension offers educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree degree in Agriculture or a related area. A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment (see Additional Requirements).

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

• None listed

Benefits

• None listed

Pay

Commensurate with Experience

Schedule

Fiscal (12 mo.)