"Extension Agent 1-Bradley County - 087200"

Position TitleExtension Agent 1-Bradley CountyDivisionCollege of AgricultureDepartmentExtension ServicesNumber of hours per week37.5Days to be workedMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayMonths per yearFiscal (12 months)If modified, list monthsJob TypeFull-TimeCampusOtherIf other location, please indicateCleveland, TNPosition Number087200Advertised SalaryCommensurate with experience and educationPay BasisMonthlyJob DescriptionTennessee State University invites applications for the position of Extension Agent 1.

This position is based at the Bradley County Extension office, in Cleveland, Tennessee. The extension agent is responsible to the County Director for administrative and program matters. The agent will spend 100% of their time with adult agriculture programs. Duties include:

· Plan, execute, evaluate and report on Adult Agriculture programs and activities

· Engage in site and farm visits, phone calls, workshops, newsletters, media, etc.

· Assist clientele with decisions in marketing their product

· Establish and maintain good working relationships with education officials, related agencies, community groups, elected and appointed officials, and the general public

· Assume other duties as necessary due to vacancies or as assigned by the County Extension Director, Program Leader or TSU Associate Dean of Extension

-Conduct programs and activities that meet the needs of eligible participants.

Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Agriculture with a concentration in animal science or other related discipline. Experience in Extension, teaching or working in a position involving animal production is preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with teams, an ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, to document and market program impacts, and provide leadership and demonstrate self-reliance in a collaborative environment is desirable.  Special Instructions to ApplicantsEmployment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date08/06/2024Close Date09/08/2024Job CategoryAdministrative/ProfessionalRequisition NumberBenefitsTennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more. Visit https://www.tnstate.edu/hr/benefits.aspx for more information.

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