Associate, Area Agriculture Extension (Hinds, Madison, Rankin)Position Information Job Title: Associate, Area Agriculture Extension (Hinds, Madison, Rankin)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Posted Salary Range: Commensurate With Experience
Employment Status: Full Time
Department: College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Job Summary: The incumbent will support the state coordinator in various aspects of integrating Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) into our state outreach program.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Keen attention to detailPossesses technical skillsPossesses statistical and graphical data analysis skillsSound communication skills, verbal and writtenAbility to follow standard protocols or determine protocols based on the guidelines of the principal investigatorAbility to maintain quality and safety control standardsAbility to think criticallyEssential Job Functions: Assist the state coordinator in organizing training activities (workshops, field days, etc.) set forth in SARE programs.Assist in establishing farm trials that address state and local needs at off-campus centers and model farms.Assist with the promotion of all SARE-related programs and projects.Assist with the collection of data, evaluation, and reports.Assist with grant writing, budgeting, and provide input in the development of educational programs.Provide communication and seek additional contacts with stakeholders.Serve as a Sustainable Agriculture liaison for the 1890 institutions.Provide a link with National, Regional, and other State SARE programs.Prepare extension outreach materials like fact sheets, trifolds, brochures for disseminating information to limited resource farmers.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.Support extension program and assist with new extension curriculum development.Other related duties, as assigned.Qualifications: Master's degree in plant science/Horticulture/Agronomy, or a closely related fieldOne (1) year experience in a related fieldLicensing and Certifications: N/A
Physical Requirements: Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas: NoSedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds: OccasionallyLight Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds: Not RequiredMedium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds: Not RequiredHeavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds: Not RequiredVery Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds: Not RequiredTravel: Occasionally
Extended Work Hours: Occasionally
Posting Number: S1062
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Lorman
Open Date: 09/18/2024
Close Date: Open Until Filled
EEO Statement: Alcorn State University
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Required Documents: ResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationUnofficial TranscriptsLetter of Recommendation (Professional)Letter of Recommendation (Personal)Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)Optional Documents: 1000 ASU Drive #390, Lorman, Mississippi ********
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