Regional Specialized Extension Agent II - IV Sustainable Land Development
Job in
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, 32635, USA
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
University of Florida
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
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Government
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Regional Specialized Extension Agent II - IV Sustainable Land Development
Job No: 538496 | Work Type:
Full Time |
Location:
Orange | Categories:
Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences | Department: - AG-CTR LANDSCP CONSERV ECOLOGY
- General programmatic areas
- Lead an extension program focused on addressing regional land development issues, emphasizing responsible resource use as it relates to economic advancement and environmental protection. Core areas include promotion of sustainable low impact development strategies, and the use of nature-based solutions that enhance the ecological value of urban landscapes, water conservation, implementation of green stormwater infrastructure. The agent will work across sectors to deliver science-based education and outreach, guiding communities toward practices that support resilient ecosystems and responsible growth.
- Your extension program will cover regional issues associated with land development, specifically related to resource use within large scale master planned developments that are critical to economic development and environmental protection. Potential areas you can build an extension program on include:
- Promotion of Low Impact Development Strategies
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Partner with local governments and developers to create and implement conservation programs or similar that demonstrate measurable impacts. Collaborate with UF/IFAS faculty and programs such as the Sustainable Human Ecological Development (SHED) cohort and FFL within CLUE to create science-based educational materials. Focus on sustainable land use practices that balance growth with resource conservation, reduce reliance on irrigation, fertilizers, and pesticides, and enhance and protect wildlife habitat in urban areas.
Provide education on emerging trends and collaborate with community partners to support long-term ecological health and responsible development. - Local government programs
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Often local government staff lack training or resources to deliver effective education programs. Examples include utilities and planning departments. Building relationships with these entities is important to helping them develop programs such as successful conservation programs that have measurable positive impacts. - Protecting and enhancing water quality as related to urban development
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For example, working with stormwater systems design and management; pond management; urban land management; with the goal of improving water resources within urban landscapes and mitigating the impacts of urban stormwater runoff. Work closely with other faculty such as the Central District Water RSA to enhance programs and prevent programmatic duplication. - Implementation of Green Stormwater Infrastructure
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Urban landscapes need to provide services such as aesthetics and recreation that are critical to human well-being. But current trends do not emphasize nature-based solutions aimed at enhancing the ecological services that urban landscapes can provide, including decreasing the need for resources (e.g., irrigation, fertilizers, pesticides) and improving wildlife habitat within urban areas. Promote the use of nature-based solutions in urban landscapes to enhance ecological services while supporting aesthetics and recreational needs.
Facilitate the adoption of green stormwater infrastructure to improve stormwater management and safeguard water quality. Deliver practical education to stakeholders, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed for successful implementation of these sustainable strategies in urban environments.
- Your extension program should target large scale land development and encourage adoption of sustainable practices such as the nine FFL principles that mitigate these impacts both in the urban landscape and on nearby natural areas. In addition, educating and promoting the adoption of better development and landscaping practices by key stakeholders and decision makers such as utility staff, planners, local government staff, and those involved in the enterprise of land development will be essential to this position to affect change.
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and report on a comprehensive built environment extension program in cooperation with government, industry, water agencies, and extension colleagues.
- Address current and emerging issues pertaining to urban growth in central Florida.
- Contribute to the strengthening of the central Florida economy by providing educational support for long-term sustainable land development practices.
- Focus educational programs to target audiences to address issues, facilitate solutions, and promote positive behavior change associated with reducing the impacts of new land development projects on natural resources and natural areas.
- Tasks may include webinars and presentations, content development to be used by county agents, attending professional conferences, and working with state extension…
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