Posting Number: F1879P
Working Title: Crisp County Ag & Natural Resources Agent
Department: CAES-Southwest District CES
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Posting Type: External
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date: 04/01/2024
Job Posting Date: 02/06/2024
Open until filled: Yes
Location of Vacancy: SW District
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Classification Title: Public Service Professional AC
Faculty Rank: Public Service Assistant
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 in Crisp County providing educational opportunities in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods. 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 travel are needed. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others, including 4-H youth and adult clientele, is also a common 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: 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 ). 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?: 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 the 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).
Utilizing 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.
Percentage Of Time: 30
Duties/Responsibilities: 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.
Percentage Of Time: 25
Duties/Responsibilities: Target specific audiences for educational programs addressing critical issues identified in plan of work.
Implement the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan.
Percentage Of Time: 25
Duties/Responsibilities: 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 Science.
Collaborate with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs.
Percentage Of Time: 15
Duties/Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned by District Director, Program Area Coordinator, County Coordinator or State Faculty.
Percentage Of Time: 5
