Posting Number: F1901P
Working Title: Clinch and Lanier County Ag & Natural Resources Agent
Department: CAES-Southwest District CES
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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.
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date: 04/01/2024
Job Posting Date: 02/21/2024
Open until filled: Yes
Location of Vacancy: SW District
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Classification Title: Public Service Professional AC
Faculty Rank: Open Rank
Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track
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 position will provide educational programming in the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) area by providing educational opportunities in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods. Lanier and Clinch counties have a total combined Farm Gate Value of $126,405,227 (2022). These counties lead the state in Farm Gate Value in multiple commodities: Lanier is 1st in the state for Blackberries, 3rd for Olive production, 5th for citrus production, 9th in the state for tobacco production and 10th in the state for Blueberries; Clinch is 4th in the state for Timber production, 5th in Blueberry production and 16th in the state for Blackberries. These counties have a diversified agricultural landscape which depends on UGA Extension for unbiased, research-based information for ag profitability and sustainability.
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. Additional Requirements: Additional Requirements | See the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointments and Promotions for Public Service and Outreach Academic Rank for information regarding the Public Service Faculty ranks.
Progression towards earning an advanced degree is expected while in a provisional faculty position. When a public service professional receives an advanced degree, recommendation for a public service faculty appointment can be initiated according to the public service faculty appointment process (see "Appointment and Promotion upon Receiving an Advanced Degree" on page 17 of the Guidelines ). 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): Yes
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: Serve as an adviser and teacher for AG & Natural Resources – to local community. Develop a purposeful relationship with farmers, landowners, stakeholders and other county agents to accomplish outreach activities as 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 both Counties. 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 plan of work. Implements the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan. Develop and conducts 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. Percentage Of Time: 100
