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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.
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Job Duties
-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.
Job Qualifications
A Master’s degree in Agriculture or related area.
A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment.
Benefits
Benefits Eligible