Extension Educator, Asst - Ag

Extension Educator, Asst - Ag & Natural Resources, Sheridan Co.

Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today!

At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary.

Assistant University Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources serving Sheridan County, Wyoming

Are you seeking a career that will allow you to positively impact Wyoming communities and people? Do you value public service and seek an outlet that allows you to serve the public through educational programs you create? Are you committed to lifelong learning and find value in sharing that with others? Then please consider applying for this open position!

This position is based in Sheridan, Wyoming, the county seat for Sheridan County.

We seek an educator with expertise in horticulture (or arboriculture) and small acreage management (e.g., ornamental trees, shrubs, and flowers; vegetable gardening/production; weeds, pests, pesticide applicator safety, water management). Secondary expertise would be helpful in agriculture and natural resource topics of relevance to Sheridan County (e.g., forage crops, grazing, invasive plants, wildfire preparedness and recovery). Expertise is not expected in all of these topics, but the educator must be willing to learn and provide outreach about topics outside their primary area of expertise to help address Sheridan County's dynamic needs.

The educator in this position will also have a unique opportunity to collaborate with the Sheridan Research and Extension Center on applied research and outreach regarding many of the above topics.

The mission of University of Wyoming Extension (UWE) is to empower the people of Wyoming to make choices that enhance their quality of life. By actively involving Wyoming people, institutions, and communities, UWE shows a commitment to people, connectivity, relevance, accountability, innovation, entrepreneurship, and respect. With this in mind, UWE will be responsive to the needs, concerns, and aspirations of the people of Wyoming as we provide learning for better living.

UWE Educators are part of the University's educational outreach system. In keeping with the University's status as a land‑grant institution, Extension Educators form an essential…