Extension Area Specialist, Agriculture Production Systems, San Luis Valley Area
Colorado State University Extension - San Luis Valley Area
Application
Details
Posted: 24-Aug-23
Location: Monte Vista, Colorado
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Extension
Specialty:
Crop Science
Soil Science
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 60-23
This position has been created specifically to serve the needs of a farming and ranching community which is striving to maintain economically viable agriculture production while drastically reducing consumptive irrigation water use. The successful candidate will provide leadership, in the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational and research programs for a broad range of agriculture production systems and natural resources in the SLV, with a primary focus on maintaining economic viability with decreased consumptive water use. Additionally, it will be important that this position can communicate not only how these factors impact agricultural operations but also the communities. This will include, but is not limited to, work with elected officials, water conservation districts, agricultural businesses, government agencies, non-profit groups, and farms & ranches producing vegetable crops, conventional irrigated and dryland crops, specialty crops, hay crops, fiber crops, and/or livestock. Programs and research must include attention to issues around water utilization, forage and crop production systems with diminishing water usage/availability, and local economics with an overall objective of agricultural profitability and sustainability. On-farm/ranch consultations/research/trials/demonstrations and a willingness to partner with the CSU San Luis Valley Research Center (SLVRC). Teamwork with Extension agents, Extension specialists, Colorado Water Center, university faculty and researchers, Extension administrators, County employees, farmers, ranchers, government agencies, agricultural suppliers, and other partners, is expected. This position directly reports to the San Luis Valley Area Director.
The primary office location for this position is at the San Luis Valley Research Center in Center, Colorado. The San Luis Valley main CSU Extension office is in Monte Vista, Colorado. While this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, the individual in this position is expected to maintain a balance establishing a presence in the primary office, to effectively carry out the duties of the position. The work schedule will vary, and occasional nights and weekend work will be necessary.
For full consideration, allmaterials must beRECEIVED no laterthan 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Sunday, September 10, 2023. Please submit the following to apply:
Resume
Cover letter
Special Required Documentation – Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable “Required” and “Preferred” Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately.
To view the job vacancy announcement and apply, click link https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/131235. For full consideration, all materials must beRECEIVED no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Sunday, September 10, 2023.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement.
CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.
Required Job Qualifications
Completed bachelor’s degree. Conferred degree must be in crop production, livestock systems, forage production, irrigation management, agricultural water management, or a closely related field. (Please note, a successful candidate without a completed master’s degree will be required to complete a master’s degree within five years from the start of employment to advance through the faculty ranks. Failure to do so will result in termination unless a compelling reason is accepted by the Vice President of Engagement and Extension).
3+ years professional experience relevant to the Essential Job Duties (below) of this position.
Course work and/or professional experience must provide a broad and significant understanding of production agriculture (beef cattle, range and pasture management, other livestock, agricultural marketing, farmers markets, community supported agriculture, etc.), natural resources, soils, irrigation, insects, and diseases, and/or community development. associated with position.
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.
If the selected candidate has a bachelor’s degree, the candidate will begin at Instructor rank. Faculty rank will be determined by candidate’s academic credentials and professional experience (Faculty Rank Supplemental PDF (1).pdf).
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience in promoting, marketing, or creating public awareness of programs/services among key community decision-makers.
Appreciation and understanding of rural communities and an interest in working with people in a rural environment to address critical issues.
Demonstrated experience in contracting, grantsmanship, or cost recovery efforts.
Familiar with the agriculture and ecosystem needs of San Luis Valley residents.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, allmaterials must beRECEIVED no laterthan 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Sunday, September 10, 2023. Please submit the following to apply:
Resume
Cover letter
Special Required Documentation – Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable “Required” and “Preferred” Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately.
To view the job vacancy announcement and apply, click link https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/131235. For full consideration, all materials must beRECEIVED no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Sunday, September 10, 2023.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement.
CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.
