Job Title
Educator, Area Agriculture
Essential Job Functions
- Develops work partnerships with relevant local organizations, agencies, and institutions to deliver educational programs, events, and activities
- Works with producers and agricultural related associated to explore strategies for improving production and profitability based on environmentally sound recommendations
- Conducts on-farm demonstrations utilizing current research-based information emphasizing soil preparation and quality; production, harvesting and the marketing of alternative crops
- Maintains a working relationship with Extension Specialists and other Area Extension Educators to develop and implement project proposals in high priority areas
- Implements educational programs regarding farm management including financial management, herd health, management and business analysis, risk management employing workshops, short courses, tours, demonstrations, and other appropriate teaching and delivery methods
- Other related duties, as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree in an Agricultural field
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum Experience
Three (3) years’ experience in agriculture or closely related field
Licenses/Certifications
N/A
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Demonstration of patience, compassion, attitude, and disposition toward working with individuals of diverse background
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Emotional maturity
- Creativity and innovation
- Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
- Ability to work well with co-workers and partners
- Competency in the use of computers and electronic outreach methods
- Ability to develop public-private community partnerships
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
