Pesticide Educational Developer

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 01 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Pesticide Educational Developer
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202400427AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Technical/Support II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $55,000-58,000 plus benefits.
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 04/01/2024
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Agricultural Biology is committed to excellence in the creation and dissemination of knowledge about insects, plant pathogens, and weeds in agricultural, natural, and urban ecosystems. Our mission is to enhance human well-being by improving ecosystem sustainability. In addition to generating new knowledge, we apply knowledge in entomology, plant pathology, and plant sciences to solving practical problems related to biotic and abiotic plant stress, integrated pest management, and ecosystem health. People in Agricultural Biology participate in and value cooperative and collaborative efforts with other units within the University, as well as with individual stakeholders and other organizations in Colorado and beyond. We hold ourselves to a standard of excellence in teaching, research, extension, and service and act according to the Principles of Community.
Position Summary
The Pesticide Educational Developer works under the direction of the Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) Coordinator and in coordination with the Pesticide Outreach Specialist. This position coordinates with the Colorado Department of Agriculture, CSU Online, other state and federal government agencies, university research and extension personnel, professional organizations, and others to plan and develop pesticide safety educational programs for fieldworkers, pesticide handlers, pesticide applicators, and other trainers of these clientele. This position supports development and delivery of programs that provide objective information about pesticide use and safety in order to reduce pesticide risks to human health and the environment. The Developer participates in program planning and grant budget management, and supports the efforts of the PSEP Coordinator to identify priorities, engage cooperators and disseminate resources to achieve program goals. In addition, the position develops or assists in the identification, research and development of outreach materials and training programs and also conducts systematic review of program materials to assure they are up-to-date and meeting clientele needs.
Signing Bonus? No
Required Job Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a field closely related to agriculture or education.
Experience in agriculture, education, or a similar field
Organizational skills to prioritize tasks and simultaneously manage multiple projects to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and productivity.
Technical skills to work in a computerized environment in order to
  • Effectively use Mac OS-based applications, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams);
  • Use task management software and train PSEP team how to use it
  • Develop and troubleshoot content in a learning management software such as Canvas.
  • Use Qualtrics and other survey software
  • Use Adobe Creative Cloud suite and other design software (Canva, Piktochart) for publication needs
  • Use website design and management tools such as WordPress


Written communications skills in composing, editing, proofreading, and copy-editing technical material to correct for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and established style. Includes skills to incorporate suggested edits from multiple people with different backgrounds and viewpoints.
Verbal and Interpersonal communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a diverse range of individuals and perspectives.
Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Commercial pesticide applicator certification
Ability to converse, read, and write in Spanish
Diversity Statement
Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Material Development
Duty/Responsibility
Manages the revision of applicator certification study guides and coordinates their implementation with Colorado Department of Agriculture.
Manages the development of exam questions and coordinates their implementation with the Colorado Department of Agriculture.
Researches content and develops materials to support in-person and online training programs, presentations, hands-on trainings, and train-the-trainer programs (“training programs”) for those seeking applicator certification or recertification, or related pesticide trainings.
Coordinate online course build in collaboration with CSU’s Instructional Design and Professional Education teams.
Assures currency and accuracy of pesticide educational materials, including publications, online and in-person trainings, videos, and website content through regular review and evaluation. Identifies areas that need updating and development. Works with appropriate IPM and pesticide experts and IT staff to update material. ability to use judgment to identify how best to resolve consistency or accuracy problems; .
Prepares printed study materials as well as online and in-person educational training materials to meet applicator certification and recertification needs.
Percentage Of Time 40
Job Duty Category Coordination
Duty/Responsibility
Coordinates with the Colorado Department of Agriculture and federal sponsors of pesticide education activities and resources, including coordinating meetings, and preparing reports and other communications.
Develops and manages pesticide regulatory training program database to maintain accurate records of program attendance, historical course rotations, agencies served, and attendance trends.
Improves process flows by introducing communication plans, creating knowledge and source documents, creating unique excel solutions, and reducing unnecessary actions. Develops and maintains timelines and deliverable schedules, and ensures timelines are met.
Prepares grant budgets, manages grant expenditures, and provides information to help the Coordinator make budget-related decisions.
Provides day-to-day support to the program, including interacting with clients by phone, email or in person. Answers routine questions related to pesticides, pesticide safety, and pesticide certifications, licenses, and required trainings.
Percentage Of Time 30
Job Duty Category Evaluation
Duty/Responsibility
Evaluates effectiveness of pesticide training programs. Designs and implements surveys in and other assessment tools. Analyzes data and produces summary reports.
Performs database queries (e.g., pesticide use data, pesticide enforcement data, labor statistics), surveys of clientele groups, and works with expert, clientele, and stakeholder teams to determine training locations, topics, content and develop agendas.
Uses results of training evaluations to update priorities and works with Coordinator to redirect program efforts as appropriate.
Percentage Of Time 30

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV and a 1-2 paragraph statement describing your technological skills as they relate to the job posting by April 1, 2024 uploaded in the ‘Other’ document slot.
The position is open until filled. The preferred start date is April 15, 2024.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to a candidate. Transcripts may be requested at the finalist stage for degree verification. Interested candidates may contact the Search Committee Chair [email protected] for questions about the search process. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact [email protected]
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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