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

Position Overview

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

• Paid time off
• Paid tuition
• Retirement savings
• Supplemental benefits programs
• Wolf Perks!

The agent in this position will have educational responsibilities in all phases of livestock, equine, and forages, and will also provide pesticide education. The successful candidate must be able to conduct educational programs that focus on the profitability and sustainability of North Carolina livestock, equine, forages, and pesticide education, utilizing best practices based on research to include the adoption of proven technology, business, and financial practices.

• Provide leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of an effective educational program to meet the needs of Ashe County in the areas of livestock, equine, forages, and pesticide education.
• Develop and market educational programs with measurable impacts.
• Collaborate with other agencies, groups, and organizations to more effectively reach intended audiences throughout the county.

• One of the following educational requirements:
  • A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in an agricultural or related field (based on a 4.0 scale). The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor’s degree.
  • A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field.
  • Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field.
• A bachelor’s degree in animal science, crop science, agronomy, or a related agricultural field is required.
• Experience working with a wide variety of livestock.
• Travel within the county and occasional travel outside the county/district is required.
• Valid NC driver’s license.

• A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Extension or other professional experience, including a high level of computer competency, is desired.

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; evenings and weekends as required.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.