Agriculture Education Program Leader

Delaware State University, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Dover, DELAWARE


General Description of the Position

This is a 12-month non-tenure track position in the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Delaware State University.  The position involves a 50% appointment in Agri-science Education/FFA and 50% academic responsibilities.  The assignment could change depending on the needs of the Department.


Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The candidate must possess the following skills and abilities to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations:  

  • Three or more years teaching and FFA experience required or a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Education or related field with five or more years teaching and FFA experience.
  • Demonstrated evidence of leadership skills and the ability to work effectively with youth and adults.

    • Essential Functions
    The following are the functions essential to performing this job: 
  • Serve as the Executive Secretary of the FFA and provide leadership and coordination for FFA programs in school-based Agri-science education programs in Delaware.
  • Facilitate the development of a premier FFA program by providing state-wide leadership in the following areas:  Delaware FFA programs and services; scholarship programs; individual member awards programs; state, regional and national FFA conventions/conferences; leadership and personal development conferences; membership development, recruitment and retention; Delaware State FFA officer activities; and budget and financial management for the Delaware FFA Association.
  • Serve as a connecting link between the Department of Education, Middle, Secondary and Post-Secondary Schools, FFA Alumni, the Delaware FFA Association and the Delaware State University’s Departments of Education and Agriculture and Natural Resources.
  • Interact with 4-H and other youth programs.
  • Serve as a member of the Agri-science Education team with additional responsibilities in the academic and extension programs.

    • Other Functions
    Individuals in this job may be assigned one or more of the following tasks on a rotating or as-needed basis.
  • Responsible for teaching one course per year for the Department and any other duties as assigned.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.


    • Qualification Standards

    Master’s Degree in Agricultural Education or related field.


    Performance Standards & EEO Statement

    The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the DSU Fundamentals
  • Reliable attendance and quality of work.
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    EEO Statement

    Delaware State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

    Equal opportunity employer/program'' and “auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities''. 


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