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a letter of application including a description of academic qualifications and experience;curriculum vitae;evidence of teaching and service experience (if any);graduate school transcripts; andnames and contact information for three professional references.For questions, please contact:
Dr. Michael Adjemian, Search Committee Chairemail: ******** Review of applications will begin on November 30th, 2024 and will continue until suitable candidates are identified.
Posting DetailsPosting Number: F2157P
Working Title: Economic Impact Analysis Specialist
Department: CAES Ag & Applied Economics
About the University of GeorgiaSince our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
About the College/Unit/DepartmentThe Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics is home to 28 faculty members with more than 350 students in programs of study at the B.S., M.A.B, M.S., and Ph.D. levels. The Department offers excellent support and opportunities for professional growth and development. The position is located on The University of Georgia campus in Athens, a vibrant city of 67,000 within a metropolitan community of 150,000.
Position DetailsClassification Title: Public Service Professional AC
FLSA: Faculty Rank: Public Service Assistant
Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track
Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree in a discipline related to the position.
Position SummaryThe Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at the University of Georgia seeks to recruit an Economic Impact Analysis Specialist in a field related to agricultural and/or natural resource economics, community development, or business, broadly defined. This is a 75% public service and 25% teaching appointment, and the candidate will be responsible for county, state, and industry-specific economic analysis with a primary focus on the agricultural and hospitality sectors in Georgia.
Major ResponsibilitiesCreating annual state-level economic impact reports including Ag Snapshots analyzing the impact of the agricultural industry in Georgia and the Hospitality and Travel Economic Snapshots analyzing the impact of Georgia's 2nd-largest state industry.Creating annual county-level economic impact reports for the different major agricultural commodities in Georgia and the hospitality industry.Creating annual state-level and county-level reports analyzing trends in economic impacts, industry patterns, socio-demographic shifts, and other effects on community economic development.Leading grant and contract work focused on economic impact analysis for regional and community development planning.Contributing to grants in the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences by serving as the economic impact analysis specialist.Coordinating, developing, and delivering training and education programs for food and fiber-related agribusiness enterprises, the hospitality industry, and county Extension agents across the state.Data collection, analysis, and dissemination of information on issues affecting food and fiber or related business enterprises, commodity groups, or economic development entities.The teaching appointment is expected to translate to teaching two regular courses per academic year.
Additional RequirementsRelevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification: Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Applied Economics, Environmental Economics, Business, or closely-related field is preferred.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Strong knowledge of economic impact methods and tools (like IMPLAN) is preferred. The position requires an individual who is a strong self-starter, with excellent oral and written communication skills, and a record of creating reports and executive summaries that are approachable to a broad audience.
EEO StatementThe University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
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