Commercial Horticulture Regional Extension Agent

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Job Title

Commercial Horticulture Regional Extension Agent

Posting Number

P0040F

Job Description Summary

Program Priority Area: Commercial Horticulture

Geographic Area: Central Alabama Region ( SET 4: Autauga, Bibb, Chilton, Elmore, Jefferson, Lowndes, Montgomery, Shelby, and St. Clair Counties)

The Commercial Horticulture Program Priority Area is diverse covering agricultural production of commercial fruits, vegetables, turf, nursery, greenhouse, and the landscape industry. The Commercial Horticulture Extension Team is comprised of specialists, coordinators, and regional extension agents. The Agent will be housed in the Shelby County office located in the central area of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System in the region. Commercial Horticulture programs support the need for global food security and growing farm profits for experienced and beginning farmers, along with educational support to the ornamental and landscaping industry.

The Regional Extension Agent ( REA ) will be a participating member of the Commercial Horticulture Team and develop his/her expertise to compliment the team activities as well as provide educational leadership to deliver research based information in the area of commercial horticulture within their assigned region. The REA will participate in regional/state grower associations and other stakeholder groups representing commercial horticulture and develop a strong relationship as an educational leader among these entities. Educational programming will be developed independently and collectively based on measurable situational needs assessment for accomplishing short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals within commercial horticulture. The REA will utilize all available and emerging digital technologies in their educational efforts as well as utilize more traditional educational methods such as newsletters, news articles, timely information sheets, workshops, group meetings, demonstrations, and farm visits. The REA will participate in the grant writing process and participate in activities that support applied research/demonstrations beneficial to clientele within their region. REA will assist the team leader and administrators in project outcome and impact evaluations for digital and face-to-face activities. REA will participate in professional development opportunities offered within the System and through professional associations to enhance themselves both professionally and personally within the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, or related field with at least two years of relevant work experience is required. Incumbents will be required to obtain a Master’s degree within five years of successfully completing a probationary period.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong interest in the technology transfer and transformational education missions of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Candidate must have the ability to work with and deliver programming to audiences from a variety of educational, racial and sociocultural backgrounds. Candidate should have an understanding of extension work and be highly motivated to report major outcomes to extension administrators.

Candidates must demonstrate effective written and interpersonal communication skills, possess the ability to work cooperatively with individuals and groups, and be willing to utilize various forms of educational program delivery to a diverse clientele. This position requires regular travel to carry out Extension responsibilities, and the successful incumbent must have access to reliable transportation.

Desired Qualifications

A Master’s degree is preferred and does not require experience to apply.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Open Date

10/06/2020

Close Date

11/03/2020

Open Until Filled

No

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Yes

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