CCE of Saratoga County Local Agriculture Resource Educator – Ballston Spa, NY

Location: Town of Ballston

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga responds to the needs of local residents with unbiased, research-based information, tools and education that people have come to depend on and trust. Our programs are developed in direct response to community input and are based on the most current information available from Cornell and other Land Grant Universities from across the nation.
The Local Agriculture Educator works as part of a collaborative team delivering programs and serving as a subject matter expert for local agriculture programs and initiatives. Responsibilities can vary quite a bit including serving as a subject matter expert on topics like sustainable rural development, agriculture programs in schools (including Farm-to-School), beginner farming and homesteading, young farmers, CCE Equine, supporting the 4-H Horse program, and supporting interns.

The Educator fields questions, delivers programs, and helps connect people to other regional or state-wide experts as needed.
** Application Instructions
** Enter your full name, full address, email, and phone number(s) in the
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** External applicants** (including employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations): see Applying for a Job with Cornell Cooperative Extension External Candidate for additional guidance.
** Internal applicants** (current employees of the hiring CCE Association): apply through your Workday account**.
**** Apply By
** All applications must be received on-line by
** 11:59 pm on October 15, 2026**. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.
** Required Qualifications
*** Master’s degree.
* Experience relevant to the role of position.
* Ability to meet the regular travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
* Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
* Ability to assess, develop, deliver, and evaluate programs.
* Ability to identify and secure funding and grants.
* Ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
* Technology Skills - A Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meetings, and program related software.
* Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works in a typical office environment. In addition, the position regularly lifts, moves, or transports program related materials, and equipment.  

The position regularly works in agricultural and outdoor weather conditions – especially during growing and fair seasons.
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Degree or coursework in agriculture or related fields.
** Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions
** Program Responsibilities:
** Program Assessment and Development – 30%
*** Apply subject matter knowledge to identify gaps and trends in the community, assess…