Extension Educator, Agriculture Natural Resources- Fulton

Job Title:

Extension Educator, Agriculture Natural Resources
- Fulton County Department:

FAES | Extension Area Leadership

The Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR), will participate in shared stewardship responsibilities that assist with county administrative duties. The Extension Educator, ANR, in Fulton County will be responsible for a broad range of basic to complex duties that may include, but are not limited to, providing guidance and/or leadership in developing and conducting a proactive applied research and education program in agriculture and natural resources to meet current and future needs in farm management, livestock and crop production, home horticulture, commercial horticulture, farmland use issues, food security, innovative agricultural business opportunities, environmental quality and sustainability, renewable energy, and bio-based products.

The Educator will plan, teach, deliver, disseminate, and evaluate educational programs and applied research on relevant local issues; provide leadership in the development of proactive educational programs using innovative educational methods; maintain a high level of visibility and facilitate communication with a wide range of clientele to promote the understanding of agriculture and natural resource issues; maintain a program of individual professional improvement in selected subject areas;

ensure diversity among potential clientele and learners and equal access to programs and facilities; work closely with local advisory committees, commodity groups, and volunteers to conduct needs assessments and establish priorities for educational programs; serve as an educational advisor and liaison for Ohio State University Extension and the university with appropriate public issue- and program-related organizations; represent OSU Extension and the university with federal, state, and local agencies and educational institutions within the local community;

and identify, recruit, and develop the volunteer leadership necessary to carry out relevant parts of the educational program. The Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) will participate in shared stewardship responsibilities that assist with county administrative duties.

This position is located in Fulton County, Ohio.

• Extension Educator 1
  Requires a Bachelor's Degree
  $42,100 - $55,000
• Extension Educator 2
  Requires a Master's Degree
  $47,700 - $62,300
• Extension Educator 3
  Requires a Master's Degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience
  $55,700 - $72,700

Additional Information:

Location:

OSU Extension - Fulton (1521)
Position Type:

Regular Scheduled

Hours:

40
Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.