Extension Faculty - Boundary Co.- Agronomy, Small Farms, and Horticulture
- Employer
- University of Idaho
- Location
- Idaho, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Mar 21, 2023
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Agriculture & Animal Sciences
- Employment Level
- Non-Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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University of Idaho
Extension Faculty - Boundary Co.- Agronomy, Small Farms, and Horticulture
Location: Off Campus Location - Boundary County - Bonners Ferry
Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Employee Category: Faculty
Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
University of Idaho Extension, Northern District, is seeking applicants for either a 12-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor or a tenure track or tenured Associate Professor, Extension Educator. The Educator will provide overall leadership, applied research and organization for educational programs in production agriculture, small farm production, urban horticulture and 4-H youth development in Boundary County. This position will also provide agronomic, small farms and horticulture educational programming in the other counties of Northern Idaho as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned Master of Science Degree from an accredited institution in an agricultural area that may include, Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, Agriculture Education, Extension Education, or other Agricultural Science degree.
- Experience providing organizational structure and support for a variety of individuals and groups.
- Experience adapting research materials into effective oral and written presentations.
- Experience with competency related skills such as teaching, problem solving, communication, conflict management, relationship building and leadership development.
- Experience collaborating in teams focused on achieving positive educational outcomes.
- Experience using up-to-date computer technology to market programs and communicate with stakeholders and clientele.
- Experience with a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with program audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in Extension as an Educator.
- Demonstrated ability to design innovative and effective educational programs in response to local needs; implement programs and evaluate their effectiveness.
- Leadership and work experience in crop production, small farm production and horticulture.
- Experience in grant application and administration.
- Experience working in youth development programs.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Physical ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 lbs.
- Willing and able to travel and adjust to a flexible schedule (i.e., Participate in evening and weekend programs).
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: F001118P
Posting Date: 03/20/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Applications received by April 20, 2022, will receive first consideration.
Along with your on-line application, write a letter of qualification addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
For questions, please contact:Rusty GoszNorthern District Extension208-292-2525rgosz@uidaho.edu
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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