Extension Agent - Agriculture​/Natural Resource​/H Youth Development - Powell

Extension Agent
- Agriculture/Natural Resource/4-H Youth Development
- Powell County Brief Position Overview

This position resides at the MSU Powell County Extension Office in Deer Lodge, Montana. The primary duty for County Extension Faculty is to assess local community needs, and then develop, implement, and evaluate Extension programming to meet those needs.

The main emphasis of the Powell County Agriculture/Natural Resources/4-H Youth Development Agent position will be in the areas of natural resources, horticulture, agriculture, and 4‑H Youth Development.

As an MSU Extension faculty member leading Extension education for the people of Powell County, the work will address current and emerging locally identified opportunities. The focus is to improve the long‑term success of natural resource managers, agricultural enterprises, horticulture practitioners, and 4‑H youth.

Note:

five (5) references are required for this position.

• Develop, plan, implement, instruct, facilitate, and evaluate educational programs in natural resources, agriculture, and 4‑H Youth Development as determined by local community engagement.
• Collaborate with other faculty in nearby MSU Extension offices.
• Strengthen the impact and scope of the Extension Natural Resource/Agriculture programs in Powell County.
• Provide program leadership by collaborating with Extension field faculty and specialists to deliver needed programs in Powell County and the surrounding area.
• Provide leadership to stakeholder groups in determining priority needs.
• Work with Powell County Commissioners and other community leaders to explore and respond to agriculture and natural resource policies and issues that affect Powell County.
• Conduct continual needs assessments in the county and region.
• Cooperate with MSU Extension staff to develop a team approach to the planning, development, and implementation of overall MSU Extension programming in Powell County.

• Bachelor’s Degree in natural resources, agriculture, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to lead groups, assess community needs, and develop, organize, plan, teach, and evaluate effective programs.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and provide professional development to volunteers.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership to Extension programming relating to volunteers and youth.
• Demonstrated understanding of adult learning theory and its application to community-based education and outreach.

• Master’s degree in natural resources, agriculture, or related field and/or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups and help them find constructive solutions to locally identified issues.

• Possess excellent human relation skills.
• Work with a high level of professionalism.
• Possess the ability to work effectively with other staff members.
• Demonstrate evidence of good judgment.
• Have the flexibility and innovation to respond to changing needs of people in Powell County.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish relationships and work with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If the successful candidate holds a Master’s degree, the position will be filled as a tenure‑track position. If the candidate does not hold a Master’s degree, the position will be filled as a non‑tenure‑track position; upon completion of a Master’s degree, they will transition to a tenure‑track position.

Work hours vary and are influenced by community needs. Work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, is not unusual. The position includes continuous professional development, frequent travel throughout the county, and occasional travel throughout the state of Montana.

Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. If the successful candidate possesses a valid out‑of‑state driver’s license, they must obtain a…