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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign – – Extension Educator, Agriculture and Agribusiness (Commercial Agriculture) – 1037758

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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Extension Educator, Agriculture and Agribusiness (Commercial Agriculture) - 1037758

WHO WE ARE
As part of the Land Grant system, the University of Illinois was established not only to provide world class education and pioneer research and discovery, but to put learning and discovery into practice, to benefit the health and wellbeing of residents and communities in every part of Illinois. Extension is the university’s statewide network of educators, faculty experts, and staff dedicated to that mission.

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OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYEES
We will invest in our employees, our most important resource, by providing professional development and training that enables you to learn and grow to your full potential. We will strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for all our employees, regardless of role. Together, we will maintain a culture that promotes inclusivity, teamwork, and an environment that challenges and rewards our employees.

JOB PURPOSE
The Extension Educator serves as a full-time, 12-month academic professional with primary responsibility for the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs supporting the mission of the University of Illinois Extension.

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution of higher education. Examples of relevant majors include, but are not limited to: field crop production, or crop management emphasis; field cop protection such as weed science, plant pathology, or entomology. Master’s degree in other fields will be considered with work experience that demonstrates similar competencies. Candidates with a Master’s degree in progress may be considered for interviews, but degree must be completed by hire date.
• Experience with educational programs.
• Ability to earn or maintain active Certified Crop Advisor certification.

• Experience with in crop sciences, including management of crops, soils, pests, and plant nutrients.
• Teaching experience in informal and formal settings.
• Experience with University of Illinois Extension.
• Valid driver’s license.

SPECIFIC JOB INFORMATION:
One full-time position is available.
Location: Unit 23 – Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion, and Washington Counties
(Position will be housed in Washington County – Nashville, IL)
Additional positions may become available in other locations.
This is a security-sensitive position. Comprehensive background checks, including but not limited to a criminal conviction information check, a CANTS check, and a review of the Registered Sex Offender list, will be conducted.

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK

• Conduct applied research and outreach on the commercial production and management of field crops.
• Serve both the Extension Unit and the state in program delivery.
• Collaborate with campus-based specialists, faculty, and the Commercial Ag team on locally relevant research projects.
• Cooperate with campus faculty on pest surveys and share findings with stakeholders.
• Oversee selected Commercial Agriculture programs within the Unit.
• Manage regional and statewide duties related to Commercial Agriculture.

• Strong communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environment. Ability to build and maintain networks.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Development, Delivery and Evaluation

• Provide program leadership, interpret and integrate information, teach in the field of designated expertise, maintain the competencies to develop and deliver educational programming, and assist clients with the appropriate resource bases.
• Assess…