Grazing and Pasture Technical Assistance Provider

Grazing and Pasture Technical Assistance Provider

Provide technical assistance to farmers to improve grazing systems and pasturing of livestock. Teach farmers to develop grazing systems and create grazing management plans. Work with relevant farmers to incorporate conservation strategies to improve water quality, soil health, and generally enhance the pastures for farms incorporating all species of livestock. Manage data and assist in analysis and grant reporting. Confident ability to address a range of concerns related to grazing and pasture-based agriculture.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) - Bachelor's Degree in a field related to agriculture and/or environmental stewardship and 2-4 years of experience working directly with farmers on the development of grazing systems and writing grazing plans; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be skilled with a wide range of pastured livestock. Knowledge of agriculture with particular experience in grazing and pasture work.

Desirable Qualifications
- Candidates with a Master's degree in a related field and Experience with applied research and key funders and stakeholders in Vermont agriculture, particularly those engaged in grazing and pasture work (VAAFM, NRCS, Conservation Districts, etc.) will be competitive in this search.

Anticipated Pay Range - $54,000 - $60,000

Position is stationed in Middlebury but telework may be an option, in conjunction with field work.

A probationary period may be required, contingent on continued funding, travel to and from worksites required, this position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, background check required for this position.

FLSA
- Exempt

Union Position
- Yes, UVMSU

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground:
Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Title
- Outreach Education PC1 X

Posting Number - S6229PO

Department
- Ext
- Sustainable Agricltr Ctr/50026

Position Number -

Percent of Full-Time - 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE - 37.5

Term (months per year) - 12

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