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The agent in this position will provide leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of an effective Extension outcome-based education program addressing the issues and opportunities identified in Perquimans County. The areas of responsibility for this position include field crops (soybeans, small grains, corn, cotton , peanuts and also new and emerging crops). The position will also be responsible for pesticide education and pesticide certification programs.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.

Perquimans County (population 13,453) is located in rural northeastern North Carolina. There are 2 major towns in Perquimans, Hertford (the county seat) and Winfall. Hertford is located along Highway 17, 50 miles south of Chesapeake, Virginia and about 65 miles west of the Outer Banks and 150 miles from Raleigh, North Carolina The county is mostly rural with agriculture being critical to the economy. Primary crops include cotton, corn, soybeans, peanuts and wheat.

For more information about Perquimans County visit: https://www.perquimanscountync.gov/

For information about the NCCE Perquimans County Center go to: https://perquimans.ces.ncsu.edu/

- Develop and maintain organized Agriculture programs in accordance with the mission of North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

- Market Agriculture programs and services to the community using various media.

- Determine clientele needs and impact by assessing and evaluating the agriculture program and services on a regular basis.

- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers to assist with the implementation and maintenance of the Agriculture programs.

- Work collaboratively with other Extension programs, staff, agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the Agriculture program.

- Promote Agriculture within the community.

- Develop Agriculture programs that follow North Carolina Cooperative Extension, North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, state, county and national laws, policies, and guidelines.

Other Work/Responsibilities
The agent will be responsible for providing leadership in planning, implementing,

evaluating and marketing educational programs and activities with measurable impacts

in the areas of field crop production and pesticide education. Programs address current and future agricultural production, natural resource issues, challenges including alternative farm enterprises, business management, and water quality.

The candidate must be able to develop innovative strategies for presenting both in person and virtual educational programs to farmers, youth, farm families, and related organizations and businesses.

Position requires being able to lift 50 lbs.

One of the following educational requirements: – A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in an agricultural or related field. The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor’s degree. – A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field, or – Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field. Also required: a personal automobile; computer literacy; strong oral and written communication skills; the ability to plan, implement, market, and evaluate educational programs; willingness to work as a team member and support a total Extension program; and the ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities. Personal Attributes: Successful performance of the duties encompassed in the Extension Agent’s job requires that the individual possess habits of industry, a sense of responsibility, and a genuine appreciation for the worth of the individual. The employee must be adept in both oral and written communication. The Extension Agent is eligible to become a member of the non-tenure track/special faculty at North Carolina State University. The Extension Agent has primary responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating that phase of Extension programs within assigned areas of program responsibility. The Extension Agent cooperates with colleagues in the North Carolina Cooperative Extension and leaders in performing assigned responsibilities. The performance of assigned responsibilities is governed by the philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

A Bachelor’s degree in crop science, agronomy or closely related field is required.

The candidate must be able to network with broad audiences, customers, volunteers, Extension Specialists, and local Extension staff. The candidate must be able to develop and implement innovative strategies for presenting educational programs and provide leadership in planning, implementing, marketing, and evaluating educational programs and activities with measurable impacts.

Travel within the district is required. Occasional travel outside the district is required

A Master’s degree is preferred. It is the expectation that a Master’s degree will be pursued. Previous Cooperative Extension and/or relevant experience is preferred.

Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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