University of Minnesota Extension Educator - Crops (3 positions available)
University of Minnesota Extension
Application
Details
Posted: 12-Sep-23
Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota
Type: Full Time
Salary: $59,000 - $79,000
Categories:
Extension
Specialty:
Agronomy
Crop Science
Salary Details:
University of Minnesota appointment and benefits. Benefits package available https://hr.umn.edu/Jobs/Applicant-Center/About-Working-U/Benefits-Working-U-M
Required Education:
Masters
Additional Information:
3 openings available.
Telecommuting is allowed.
Internal Number: 357578
The Extension Educator (EE) in Crops positions will work to enhance productivity, sustainability, and profitability in Minnesota’s cropping systems by applying their expertise and effort through Extension educational programming efforts, and to very limited applied research efforts. Deliverables and issues to be addressed in these positions will focus on forages, small grains, row crops, cover crops, integrated pest management, pesticide safety and environmental education, and/or soil fertility.
The EEs will collaborate with university faculty, educators, and other professionals in research-based educational programs for crop producers and agricultural professionals.
The EE will use multiple delivery systems to educate producers and agricultural professionals via in-person seminars, webinars, workshops, and other media. This includes potential partnerships with industry groups, non-profit organizations, and state agencies with similar goals of educating producers while increasing environmental sustainability.
Each EE is responsible for the development, delivery, marketing, evaluation, coordination of logistics, and leadership of key Extension educational programs, as well as continuing professional development. Effective use of scholarly/scientific research, partnerships, and technology is essential.
The successful candidates will be active members of a well-established Extension Crops Team and will be accountable to the Crops Program Leader for program direction, performance evaluation, and personnel actions.
We have three full-time Extension Educator (EE) - Crops positions (non-tenure track) available. Each position will be housed at an Extension Regional Office in one of these general regions (1) West Central/Northwestern, (2) Central/Northeastern, and (3) South Central/Southeastern MN. Potential Regional Office locations in these regions include Morris, Moorhead, St. Cloud, Mankato, Willmar, Farmington, Cloquet, Grand Rapids, Andover, and Rochester. The positions will concentrate on regional crops extension programming needs in each region and will include more limited, state-wide responsibilities.
For questions about this position, contact:
Lizabeth Stahl, Extension Educator, Crops and Search Chair, stah0012@umn.edu.
For questions about applying online, contact:
Tiffany McMillan, Extension Human Resources, tiffmcm@umn.edu.
Please note: this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
Required Experience, Skills/Abilities:
Evidence of experience and education in agronomy, pest management, plant/crop science, cropping systems, weed science, soil science or related discipline.
Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated skills with technology-enhanced communication and/or teaching.
Demonstrated skills in developing and maintaining effective working relationships and/or collaborations with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders (e.g., program participants, industry groups, legislators).
Ability to articulate public value of educational programs.
Demonstrated skills in communicating complex, scientific concepts to end-users.
Additional Requirements:
Valid driver's license and own means of transportation with required liability insurance.
When not in the assigned office location, employees must be reachable with a mobile number at the employee's own expense. That number will be published in the Extension staff directory.
Must have reliable internet if/when working outside of assigned office location.
Must be able to travel within the designated communities and provide in-person programming.
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including occasional evening or weekend work.
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two or more years of experience in extension education or other forms of adult education or communications related to crops production and cropping systems.
Two or more years’ post-degree experience in an emphasis area related to crops production and cropping systems.
Evidence of designing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs.
Documentation of problem-solving and outreach in crop production systems.
Has participated in developing needs-based applied research and translated results for adoption of practices by farmer end-users.
Has worked with small grains, forages, and/or diversified cropping systems with cover and alternative crops.
Experience or background in integrated pest management in farming systems
Demonstrated skills in project/program management and working with farmers and/or ag professionals from diverse backgrounds and experiences
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difference by connecting community needs and University resources to address critical issues in
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