Extension Agent, Madison County, Agriculture & Natural Resources
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Jackson, TN
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 11, 2024
Position X2408: Extension Agent, Madison County
Program Area: Agriculture
Clientele Served: Adult
Headquarters: Jackson, TN
Screening of applicants’ credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Date Issued: 01/24/2024
Effective Date: 04/01/2024
SALARY
Commensurate with training and experience. This position is funded jointly by UT Extension and Madison County. Madison County Government funds 48% of the position salary and benefits costs.
BENEFITS
Group hospitalization and life insurance; State Retirement; Workers' Compensation; sick and annual leave; numerous University of Tennessee and state benefits programs, including liberal time off for holidays, and longevity pay after three years of service; reimbursement for official travel.
Qualifications :
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, execute, and evaluate programs in the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources with emphasis in residential horticulture.
- Keep abreast of the latest information in agriculture, horticulture, marketing and technology to meet the educational needs of the county.
- Establish and maintain good working relationships with Extension staff, commercial producers, green industry, agri-business, agricultural agencies, and organizations, and general public.
- Develop a cadre of supporters and volunteers to aid in the delivery of programs.
- Secure extramural funds through grants, fee-based programs, and gifts.
- Provide accurate and timely reporting of program accomplishments and impacts into the UT Extension reporting system.
- Responsible to the County Director in all administrative and program matters.
- Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status.
- Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Natural Resources, or closely related field is required. Horticulture preferred.
- Applicants must have either a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 point scale, a minimum of 3.0 during their senior year of undergraduate study, or must have earned a Master’s degree. Preference will be given to applicants with a MS Degree, and/or work experience in a related field. Applicants graduating prior to position start date are welcome to apply.
- A complete application package will include a 1) letter of interest, 2) resume or curriculum vitae, and 3) official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred.
UT Extension Phone: (865) 974-7245
212 D Morgan Hall Fax: (865) 974-0882
Knoxville TN 37996-4525
E-mail: UTExtensionPersonnel@utk.edu
Web Site: http://utextension.tennessee.edu
