Extension Agent, Ag (Assistant, Associate, or Full)

NC Cooperative Extension in Pitt County is seeking an Agriculture Extension Agent. The Ag Agent is a member of the staff of North Carolina Cooperative Extension ( NCCE) and provides leadership for the development, implementation and evaluation of an effective educational program to meet the needs of the county population in the following areas of field crops (tobacco, corn, cotton, peanut, small grains and soybeans) and pesticide education. This position will function as the county pesticide coordinator and be responsible for providing educational training opportunities for private, public, and commercial operators to obtain and maintain their licenses. The agent will be expected to develop specific educational programs and to collaborate with other agencies, groups, and organizations in order to more effectively reach intended audiences throughout the county.

Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are a model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom or school bell.

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina residents.

Pitt County is the economic hub of northeastern North Carolina, home of East Carolina University and the ECU Health Medical Center, and is now considered an urban county. However, it remains the thirteenth largest agriculture economy in North Carolina with 367 farms and over 150,000 acres in farmland. With cash receipts, Pitt ranks fifth in the state in peanuts, sixth in soybeans, seventh in cotton and in the top twenty for corn and wheat in North Carolina. Pitt County ranks 8th in the state in overall crop production.

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Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

The successful candidate is expected to be a team player working with the Extension staff and other organizations, possess a high degree of subject matter competence, possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and have the ability to work independently. This person should be able to:

This individual must be self-directed, capable of managing multiple responsibilities and schedules while demonstrating strong oral and written communication skills. They should be comfortable working with broad audiences and be open to exploring grant writing and project management.

One of the following educational requirements: - A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in an agricultural or related field. The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor's degree. - A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field, or - Completion of a Master's degree with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field.

A Bachelor's degree in crop science, agronomy or closely related field is required.

Travel within the district is required. Occasional travel outside the district is required.

-Strong oral and written communication skills.

-Self-directed and self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and set priorities.

-Possess strong work ethic with skills in leadership, communications, networking, budgeting, and public relations.

-Excellent time and resource management skills.

-Ability to plan, organize, and work well with people.

-Ability to network with community partners and agencies and maintain the working relationships.

A Master's degree is preferred. It is the expectation that a Master's degree will be pursued. Previous Cooperative Extension and/or relevant experience is preferred.

Strong computer and technical competencies, including experience and knowledge in mass media, marketing and presentations.

Knowledge and experience in communications, presentation, public relations/marketing, leadership, time management, organization, technology, networking, and resource development is essential.

Valid driver's license and reliable, personal transportation required. In order to operate a state vehicle, a valid NC driver's license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

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