Extension Agent, Ag - Livestock and Forages; Assistant, Associate or Agent

Position Information

Position Information

• Posting Number: PG190891CE
• Position Number: NC-
• Position Type: NC Cooperative Extension
• Department:
  Surry County Extension
• Job City & State:
  Dobson, NC
• Working Title:
  
  Extension Agent, Ag
  - Livestock and Forages (Assistant, Associate or Full Agent)
• Appointment: 12 Month Recurring
• Job Type: Full-Time
  - Permanent FTE 1.0
• Work Schedule:
  
  8:15 am - 5:00 pm; evenings and weekends as required

Surry County Cooperative Extension is seeking an Agriculture – Livestock and Forages Agent to help local producers access research-based information, educational resources, and practical solutions that support the success of agriculture in Surry County.

This position primarily provides leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of an effective educational program to meet the needs of the county in the following areas of responsibility: consumer & commercial livestock production, pasture management, animal nutrition, animal waste management systems, pond management, and leadership in developing the 4-H & youth livestock program.

The person in this position must possess a high degree of animal science and livestock production knowledge, have excellent people and communication skills, be computer literate, and have the necessary education and experience to lead a strong Extension livestock education program. This position requires a person who can relate to the needs of our clientele, is adept at going out into the county on farm visits to engage target audiences, and who can increase program capacity by generating community resources and building partnerships.

The position may be hired at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Agent level if the selected candidate meets the required qualifications.

Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are a model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians.

Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom or school bell.

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina residents.

The Livestock Agent will serve Surry County, a county anchored by rural farming communities and a mix of crop, livestock, and poultry production. Surry County has close to 71,500 residents encompassing roughly 105,791 acres, with an average farm size of approximately 113 acres. The county produces a variety of crops and maintains livestock and poultry operations, including 7.8 million layer chickens.

Surry County is the 8th-largest producer of beef cows and the 5th-largest producer of sheep, goats, wool, mohair, and milk in North Carolina.

Although our employees are based in county offices across North Carolina, they enjoy the same benefits of being part of the NC State University community.

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you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

The successful candidate is expected to be a team player working with the Surry staff and other organizations, possess a high degree of subject matter competence, possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and have the ability to work independently.

• Develop and maintain organized programs that follow NC Cooperative…