Extension Educator,Asst - Park County Ag & Natural Resources

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JOB TITLE:

Assistant University Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources (Irrigated Cropping Systems) serving Park County, Wyoming

JOB PURPOSE:

We seek an educator with knowledge of irrigated cropping systems (e.g., sugar beets, barley, dry beans, grass seed), and familiarity with one or more of the following management topics common in Park County: weeds, soil fertility, center pivot irrigation technology, other agricultural technologies. The educator will also help address community members' questions about horticulture (e.g., trees, lawns, gardens, small acreages) and natural-resource issues relevant to agriculture near the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (e.g., agritourism, wildlife, water).

Expertise is not expected in all of these topic areas; however, the educator must be willing to learn and provide outreach about new topics to address Park County's evolving needs.

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!

The University of Wyoming Extension (UWE) mission 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 connectivity, relevance, accountability, innovation, entrepreneurship, and respect. With this in mind, UWE is responsive to the needs, concerns, and aspirations of the people of Wyoming as we provide learning for better living.

In keeping with the University's status as a land-grant institution, Extension Educators form an essential link between the people of Wyoming and the teaching, research, and service missions of the University by providing non-credit education to an off-campus clientele. Extension Educators provide Wyoming youth, adults, and communities with life-long learning opportunities, especially through the application of research-supported information and leadership skills in the areas of agriculture and natural resources (ANR).

This position is based in Powell, Wyoming, with a secondary/occasional office in Cody, Wyoming.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Development and Delivery

* Provide leadership in building mutual learning relationships with community members and leaders through a blend of educational outreach, technical assistance, and community coaching.

* Implement assessment and advisory strategies to…