Gordon County Extension Agent - Agriculture And Natural Resources (Anr)

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

Minimum qualifications:

• A Master's degree in Agriculture or related area.
• A Bachelor's degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment. (see Additional Requirements for more information on this provisional appointment)

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 Northwest District Extension Director.

This position requires 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 required. 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.

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Additional Requirements

Additional Requirements:

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 Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes 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

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide educational and training needs for industries, homeowners, landscaping, gardening, and water conservation along with working with schools on projects like community gardens and farm-to-school programs. This position serves a significant clientele basis.

• Utilizes the expertise of and works closely with advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs

• Develops a plan of work that is equitable in meeting the needs of the county's varied socio-economic population

• Ensures the Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan of UGA Cooperative Extension is followed and that volunteers and clientele understand Cooperative Extension offers educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or veteran status

• Develops and conducts relevant interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues

• Collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs

• Conducts promotional efforts to expand the public's view of extension programming

• Utilizes current research data and information on emerging issues in program development and teaching

• Demonstrates personal interest and involvement in the community by participating in and supporting civic/community activities/organizations and networking with community leaders

Percentage Of Time 100

Posting Specific Questions

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• Do you have a bachelor's degree?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a Master's degree?

• Yes

• No

• Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• No Response

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• Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts

• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Letters of Recommendation

• Other Documents #1

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