Extension General Agriculture Educator

Position Details
Position Information

Department	Ext Gilliam County Offc (TEX)
Position Title	Coordinator-Outreach Program
Job Title	Extension General Agriculture Educator
Appointment Type	Professional Faculty
Job Location	Condon
Benefits Eligible	Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary	The Division of Extension and Engagement and the College of Agricultural Sciences are seeking an Extension General Agriculture Educator. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. This Agriculture Educator is affiliated with the Extension Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Program. Decisions regarding this appointment are at the discretion of the Regional Director and Program Leader. This Ag Extension General Agriculture Educator position is located in Condon, Oregon, and will serve Gilliam County in addition to providing support services to Morrow and Wheeler Counties. Gilliam County is one of the 10 frontier counties in Oregon. To find out more information about Gilliam County, please visit: https://www.co.gilliam.or.us/. This Ag Extension General Agriculture Educator will develop and conduct educational programs and contribute to activities in topics relevant to crops, livestock, and general agriculture as well as economic development and community development in Gilliam County. This position will serve as an educational liaison to local agricultural organizations and state and federal agencies as well as work collaboratively with agricultural producers in the region, commodity organizations, and subject-matter specialists to provide Extension programs in the assigned counties. As a land grant institution committed to teaching, research, and outreach and engagement. OSU promotes economic, social, cultural, and environmental progress for the people of Oregon, the nation, and the world. This professional faculty member contributes to the missions of Oregon State University Extension Service (OSUES) and the College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS). CAS faculty are committed to enhancing learner success by engaging them in quality academic, research, internship, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. Positions with primary responsibility for Extension and Engagement are likewise committed to learner success through programming appropriate for diverse audiences. About the Division: The Division of Extension and Engagement (Division) is core to Oregon State University’s mission. The Division helps create real solutions and positive impact across Oregon and beyond. The Division is aligned under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Extension and Engagement. To learn more about our Division and its core units and initiatives, please visit our Division website : https://engagement.oregonstate.edu/. The Division has built the capacity and expectation for employees to use digital communications and technologies in the modern-day workplace. This reflects our demonstrable commitment to using digital communications tools and changing technologies as a primary way to raise Oregonians’ awareness of and engagement with our organization, programs, and resources. These activities will be included in the annual plan of work, impact statements, and summary of accomplishments/achievements. Commitment to inclusive excellence: Oregon State University is committed to a culture of belonging and collaboration. We envision collaborative and respectful environments that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming. All employees are responsible for achieving this commitment. This commitment includes, but is not limited to, complying with Civil Rights and Language Access regulations. In addition, this individual will design, develop, maintain, and/or carry out Extension programs to ensure that educational programs and outreach activities serve diverse populations, including those that have been historically marginalized/excluded from participation. OSU Division of Extension and Engagement’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion https://extension.oregonstate.edu/about/diversity-equity-inclusion OSU Mission Statement https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/trustees/about-board/oregon-state-university-mission-statement
Why OSU?	Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all. FACTS: • Top 1.4% university in the world • More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined • 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. • 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties • 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone • 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates • 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color • 217k+ alumni worldwide • For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances. Total Rewards Package: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. • Retirement savings paid by the university. • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities	This Extension General Agriculture Educator embeds the commitment of the university to inclusive excellence in all interactions and duties performed and contributes to a safe, welcoming and respectful learning and workplace environment. This individual ensures that educational programs and outreach activities serve diverse populations, including those that have been historically marginalized/excluded from participation. This individual creates opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and includes these activities in the annual plan of work, impact statements, and summary of accomplishments/achievements. 80% – Extension Teaching and Education 10% – Mormon Cricket Management Plan 5% – Organizational Accountability 5% – Service
What You Will Need	Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Education, Natural Resources, Soils, Crops, Animal Science, or a field closely related to the duties of the position. The degree must be completed by start date. Demonstrable commitment to collaborative and respectful learning and working environments that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming. Demonstrated effective interpersonal communication skills. General knowledge and ability to use computers, including proficiency with information technology, professional office software, and collaborative work platforms. Must have or be able to obtain an Oregon Department of Agriculture Pesticide Consultant License within six months of employment and maintain it throughout employment. Ability to incorporate use of web, social media, newsletter, and/or other digital technologies in program development and/or outreach activities to achieve goals. Ability to gather, interpret, and communicate clearly and effectively broad-based scientific information with community and industry stakeholders. Ability to lead groups, create partnerships, and to plan, organize, evaluate, manage, and delegate details associated with program management and event coordination. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
What We Would Like You to Have	Practical on-farm experience. Teaching (classroom and field-based) and organizational skills. Demonstrated life experience, education, and/or training that broadens capacity to equalize the success of or impact on underserved audiences. Ability to incorporate multiple teaching modalities in educational design and delivery. Ability to secure external funding support for educational programs. Ability to create equitable learning environments for both large and small farms and communities.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule	Extension programming activities and events will take place outdoors, on farms, research stations, and other settings. The position requires working some evenings and weekends. The position requires travel within the state of Oregon and may require travel out of state.
Pay Method	Salary
Pay Period	1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date	Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range	Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.
Link to Position Description	https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/134572

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	P07781UF
Number of Vacancies	1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date	04/30/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date	02/14/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date	03/06/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search	Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants	When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position; and 3) A response to the following prompt (uploaded as Diversity Statement): After reviewing the OSU mission statement at http://leadership.oregonstate.edu/trustees/oregon-state-university-mission-statement and the emphasis on diversity, please state how your background and experience has prepared you to be effective in an environment that values diversity You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. For additional information please contact: Jacob Powell, [email protected] OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected] .