Extension Farm Demonstration Assistant

Extension Farm Demonstration Assistant# We value People, Programs, and Partnerships.## Extension Farm Demonstration Assistant Apply:
Corpus Christi, TX:
Full time:
Posted 3 Days Ago:
R-098405
** Job Title
** Extension Farm Demonstration Assistant
** Agency
* * Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
** Department
* * Soil & Crop Sciences
** Proposed Minimum Salary**$17.30 hourly
** Job Location
** Corpus Christi, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
**** About Texas A&M Agri Life
** Texas A&M Agri Life is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
* Texas A&M Agri Life Extension Service
* Texas A&M Agri Life Research
* College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
* Texas A&M Forest Service
* Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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** Position Information
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* Job Summary:

** The Extension Farm Demonstration Assistant is responsible for carrying out various tasks associated implementing various field experiments in row crops and forages. This position will assist a team in field preparation, planting, in-season management, harvest, and data collection in a wide variety of crop species in South Texas.  
** Responsibilities:
*** 25% - Assists with planting, managing, harvesting, and processing field trials.
* 25% - Operate tractors and harvest equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
* 20% - Keep detailed records of field activities and data collected.
* 20% - Complete basic maintenance and repairs on farm equipment.
* 10% - Performs other duties as assigned.  
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* Required Qualifications:

**-High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
-One year of related experience as a farm technician.  
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* Preferred Qualifications:

**-Two years of experience in agricultural field operations  
** Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
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* Required:

* Valid driver's license
* Preferred:
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Texas Pesticide Applicator License.
** Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

-Ability to operate tractors and other basic farm equipment.

-Knowledge of basic maintenance and minor repairs of farm equipment.  
** Position Funding:****
- ** This position is funded through grants or contracts. Continued employment is dependent upon ongoing funding and satisfactory job performance.  
*** Important Notice Regarding H1-B Sponsorship:
**** Your employment at Texas A&M Agri Life may require nonimmigrant sponsorship. A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M Agri Life will NOT pay this fee. If the fee is imposed on your petition, this offer of employment will be revoked. If actions taken during your employment result in the imposition of this fee, your employment will be terminated.

To the extent that this statement conflicts with any applicable System or member Policy, Regulation, or Rule, this statement will control. We recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense regarding potential implications.
** In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
* ** Benefits and Leave:**-Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (Agri Life contributes to premiums)-12–15 annual paid holidays-Up to 8 hours/month sick leave and at least 8 hours/month vacation-Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas-Employee Wellness Initiative-Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, Linked In Learning, and internally developed programs  
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* How to Apply:

** Applications must include all job application data or a complete resume. Incomplete…