Brooks County Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent
- Employer
- University of Georgia
- Location
- Georgia, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 11, 2022
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Position Summary
This County Extension Agent position is responsible for managing the Agricultural and Natural Resources program in the county. By providing educational opportunities in small-farm production, livestock, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods. It serves as a UGA Public Service Faculty. It is under the direction and leadership of the County Extension Coordinator and the Southwest District Extension Director.
http://extension.uga.edu/about/join/careers.cfm
This position involves frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are necessary. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others including 4-H Youth and adult clientele is also a common and necessary function of the job. 4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Details
Posting Number
F1466P
Working Title
Brooks County Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent
Department
CAES-Southwest District CES
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). 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. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
UGA Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 to bring research-based agricultural information to the people of Georgia. County agents and specialists throughout the state share information on issues like water quality, profitability in agribusiness, family wellness and life skills. County agents provide soil and water test kits and instruction, advice on safe pesticide use, publications, computer programs and lessons in consumer skills to improve Georgians’ quality of life. They are the local experts in food safety, proper eating habits, child safety and parenting. UGA Extension coordinates 4-H, Georgia’s largest youth program. Each year, almost 200,000 young Georgians participate in community projects, summer camps and conferences on today’s issues while having fun and learning to work together. The leadership skills and values they learn in 4-H last a lifetime. UGA Extension reaches more than 2.6 million Georgians through education programs each year. Millions more rely on UGA Extension’s publications, educational news articles and public television programming for advice and information.
College/Unit/Department website
https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/brooks.html
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date
01/01/2023
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date
11/11/2022
Job Closing Date
Open until filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
SW District
EEO Statement
The 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
Public Service Professional AC
FLSA
Faculty Rank
Open Rank
Contract Type
Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
- A Master’s degree in Agriculture or a related area.
- A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment (see Additional Requirements for more information on this provisional appointment.)
A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment. This provisional faculty classification is offered for no more than three years without review. You may apply for a regular service faculty appointment upon completion of an advanced degree or successful progression through the public service promotion process. See the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointments and Promotions for Public Service and Outreach Academic Rank for complete details http://outreach.uga.edu/policies/appointment-and-promotion-guidelines/
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to speak to/teach large groups of residents
- Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele
- Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits
- Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication
- Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees
- Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs
- Skills in leadership and management
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
No
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
- Serve as an adviser and teacher for Agriculture & Natural Resources – to the local community.
- Develop a purposeful relationship with farmers, landowners, stakeholders, and other county agents to accomplish outreach activities related to Agriculture and Natural Resources ( ANR ).
- Utilize the expertise of these advisory groups, community leaders, public officials, and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs and assist in developing educational programs.
- Develop a plan of work that is equitable in meeting the varied socioeconomic needs of the county.
- Conduct promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming.
- Utilize research data and information on emerging issues in program development.
- Target specific audiences for educational programs addressing critical issues identified in the plan of work.
- Implement the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan.
- Develop and conduct interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues.
- Partner and collaborate with other Extension programs – such as 4-H and Family and Consumer Sciences.
- Collaborate with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs.
- Other duties as assigned by District Director, Program Area Coordinator, County Coordinator, or State Faculty.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this vacant position?
- UGAJobs (UGA's job board)
- Handshake
- Indeed.com
- HigherEdJobs
- A current UGA employee
- Other (please provide resource)
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
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