Area Extension Educator - Risk Management

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Posting Number F001018P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title Area Extension Educator - Risk Management
Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with Experience
Location Twin Falls
Primary Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit Agr Economics & Rural Sociology
Employee Category Faculty
Classification Group Title Extension Faculty
Position Control Number 1560
Suffix 00
Contingency Code Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date 01/01/2024
FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Tenure Tracking Tenure Track
Rank Assistant Professor
Extension Type Area Extension Educator/Professorial
Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)

Position Responsibilities


Position Summary
The University of Idaho, Agricultural Economics & Rural Sociology department, is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor, Area Extension Educator in Risk Management. The Area Extension Educator will coordinate and manage extension education related to farmer, processor or industry risk management tools and needs, and marketing of agricultural and food products.
In addition, the Area Extension Educator will serve the important need of developing new (or updated) Cost and Returns (CAR) estimates for alternative crop and livestock agricultural enterprises or management systems, in coordination with the other AERS Area Extension Educator. These reports are both broad and extensive, and in high demand from producers, commissions, appraisers, financial institutions, and others. The Area Extension Educator will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data for publication to revise existing and create new AERS resources.
They will prepare and conduct workshops and oral presentations to stakeholders, be responsible for continuing education as to implications of farm bill programs on optimal producer management decisions, and coordinate county educators to achieve state-wide education and training as necessary.
Unit/Department Summary
The Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology (AERS) provides programs with focus areas in agribusiness, marketing, trade policy, production agriculture, natural resources and community development.
Students in the agribusiness and agricultural economics undergraduate programs prepare for a variety of exciting career opportunities in the agricultural and food-related sectors.
Experiential learning and opportunities outside of the classroom build professional skills and networking with field and industry professionals.
AERS also offers a master’s degree in applied economics.
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising 0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity 25%
Outreach & Extension 70%
University Service & Leadership 5%

Qualifications


Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications
  • An earned M.S. degree from an accredited institution in Agricultural Economics, Economics or related degree is required by date of hire.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the economics and financial management for agricultural enterprises
  • Demonstrated knowledge of risk management, and/or cost and returns analysis, and/or agricultural markets, and/or price analysis
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to organize effective Extension programs.
  • Potential for or record of publications in extension outlets.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Pacific Northwest agricultural markets, price analysis, futures and options markets.
  • Experience working with agricultural producers and agribusiness industries, through Extension or the private sector.
  • Experience in analysis of cost and returns analysis for agricultural crops and livestock production.
  • Ability to design and conduct effective data collection methodologies.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with people of various social, cultural, economic and education backgrounds.
  • Ability to work effectively as a team player.
  • Willing and able to travel and adjust to a flexible schedule (i.e. participate in evening and weekend programs).
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Posting Information


Posting Date 05/03/2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by December 1, 2023 will receive first consideration.
Along with your on-line application, write a letter of qualification addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
For questions, please contact:
Christopher S. McIntosh
Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology
208-885-0703
[email protected]
Applicant Resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement

The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain

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