Center for Arkansas Farms and Food Program Manager

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Closing Date:

04/30/2024

Type of Position:
Research

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.  The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture.  The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.  As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. 

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Department:
HORT | Center for Arkansas Farms and Food

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
• Communicate and coordinate with CAFF audiences and community partners on a variety of needs and opportunities related to organic agriculture.
• Work with project partners, community organizations, farmers, businesses, others to facilitate reaching program goals
• Create a video series focused on organic production and certification topics.
• Provide creative input and implementation of CAFF outreach and technical assistance on organic crop production.
• Contribute to a strong CAFF team through collaboration, communication and creativity to meet project goals.
• Other duties as requested.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualification. A bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, ag business or related field is required.

Preferred Qualification. A master's degree in agriculture, horticulture, ag business or related field is preferred.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with project management, working with diverse partners and audiences.
• Knowledge of USDA Organic Certification program requirements, processes,
• Two years of experience in managing organic crop production.
• Experience in videography.
• Experience in creating social media content.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, Google suite, Adobe Creative Cloud including Premier Pro.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to make presentations in front of diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently as well as be an integral part of a team.
• Ability to troubleshoot technology problems.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$60,000-66,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Heather Friedrich
Director of Center for Arkansas Farms and Food (CAFF)
[email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes