Extension Agent, Hardeman County, Agriculture & Natural Resources

University of Tennessee, United States

Updated: 5 days ago
Location: Bolivar, TENNESSEE

Extension Agent, Hardeman County, Agriculture & Natural Resources  - 24000000XJ 



Description

 

Position X2445:    Extension Agent, Hardeman County

Program Area:      Agriculture

Clientele Served:  Adult

Headquarters:       Bolivar, TN

 

Screening of applicants’ credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Date Issued:     05/10/2024

Effective Date:   07/01/2024

 

SALARY

Commensurate with training and experience. This position is funded jointly by UT Extension and Hardeman County. Hardeman County Government funds 23% of the position salary and benefits costs. 

BENEFITS

Group hospitalization and life insurance; State Retirement; Workers' Compensation; sick and annual leave; numerous University of Tennessee and state benefits programs, including liberal time off for holidays, and longevity pay after three years of service; reimbursement for official travel.

 



Qualifications

 

RESPONSIBILITIES :

•         Plan, execute, and evaluate programs in the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

•         Keep abreast of the latest information in Agriculture, Marketing and Community Economic Development to meet the educational needs of the county.

•         Establish and maintain good working relationships with Extension staff, commercial producers, agri-business, agricultural agencies, and general public.

•         Develop a cadre of supporters and volunteers to aid in the delivery of programs.

•         Secure extramural funds through grants, fee-based programs, and gifts.

•         Provide accurate and timely reporting of program accomplishments and impacts into the UT Extension reporting system.

•         Responsible to the County Director in all administrative and program matters.

•         Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status.

•         Assume other responsibilities as assigned.

 REQUIREMENTS:

  •          Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Natural Resources, or closely related field is required.
  •          Applicants must have either a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 point scale, a minimum of 3.0 during their senior year of undergraduate study, or must have earned a Master’s degree. Preference will be given to applicants with a MS Degree, and/or work experience in a related field. Applicants graduating prior to the position start date are welcome to apply.
  •          A complete application package will include a 1) letter of interest, 2) resume or curriculum vitae, and 3) official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred. 

 Please apply online by clicking this link: Apply for Extension Educator Positions  

     UT Extension                         Phone:    (865) 974-7245

     212 D Morgan Hall                Fax:        (865) 974-0882

     Knoxville TN 37996-4525     

E-mail:        [email protected]

Web Site:    http://utextension.tennessee.edu

 


Job
  Extension Service Professional 
Primary Location
  US-Tennessee-Bolivar 
Organization
  Hardeman County 
Schedule
  Full-time 
Campus/Institute  Institute of Agriculture 
Job Posting
  May 13, 2024, 2:39:34 PM 



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