Extension Agent, Agriculture-Livestock (Assistant, Associate or Full Agent)

Extension Agent, Agriculture-Livestock (Assistant, Associate or Full Agent)

Position Number: NC-00111965-0426

Primary Purpose of Position

The agent in this position will have educational responsibilities in all phases of livestock production, forage, and waste management. The successful candidate must be able to conduct educational programs that focus on the profitability and sustainability of North Carolina livestock, utilizing best practices based on research to include the adoption of proven technology, business, and financial practices. The successful candidate will be responsible for applied research development in the program area.

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

Departmental Required Skills

A bachelor's degree in animal science, crop science, agronomy, or a related agricultural field is required.

Travel within the district and assigned counties is required.

Occasional travel outside the district is also required.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

A Master's degree is preferred.

Extension or other professional experience, including a high level of computer competency, is desired.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications

n/a

Department: 117539 - North Central District- Guilford

Location: Greensboro, NC