Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4727P

Home Org Name
Jefferson County

Division Name
AL Cooperative Extension System

Position Title
Farm & Agribusiness Management Extension Agent

Job Class Code
CA71A/B

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary
*Extending knowledge, improving lives! Make an impact in your community and in the lives of Alabamians.*

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is seeking qualified applications for an Extension Agent (EA) I/II to serve on the Farm and Agribusiness Management Program Priority Team. Applicants must be self-directed and able to thrive in a flexible work environment.

Reasons you’ll love being an Extension Agent at ACES – Auburn:

• Job Satisfaction! Be a part of life-changing work in your community!
• Excellent full-time benefits that start on Day 1!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options!
• Work/life balance!
• 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year.
• 96 hours of sick leave accrued annually.
• 7 paid holidays in addition to 2 weeks of paid leave during Christmas/New Years when the University closes.
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child (available for BOTH moms & dads).
• AU tuition assistance for you and your dependents after a year of service.
• Generous state retirement plan along with other voluntary retirement plan options and benefits.
• Fun, flexible & diverse work environment. Every day is different!
• Supportive leadership & peers. The ACES team supports you and your work!

This Extension assignment will cover either the Central Region of Alabama (counties include St. Clair, Jefferson, Shelby, Bibb, Chilton, Elmore, Autauga, Lowndes or Montgomery) or the Northeast Region of Alabama (counties include Madison, Jackson, Marshall, DeKalb, Cullman, Blount, Etowah and Cherokee). The Agent will be housed in one of the counties in their designated region.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities:
The EA is expected to develop an expertise in farm management and economic decision making with an agronomic (row) crops emphasis. This will include developing competencies in budgeting, value added marketing, business planning, and record keeping. In relation to the broader context of farm and agribusiness management, competencies are expected to be developed around agricultural risk management strategies that focus on the following areas: production, financial, legal, marketing, and human risk. Application of economic principles should be relevant to agricultural production in Alabama.

The EA will be the first point of contact for farm and agribusiness educational programming in their assigned areas and have statewide programmatic opportunities in conjunction with the Agronomic Crops team. The EA will collaborate with state specialists and utilize all available/emerging technologies to provide clients with solutions-based educational programming through meetings, workshops, publications, web sites, and other outreach techniques. Program audiences include farmers, farm families, landowners, agricultural businesses, cooperatives, farm organizations, commodity groups, and mass media.

In addition, the EA will be part of a statewide Extension Priority Program Team and be expected to participate as a team member to plan, promote, and execute statewide team programs as well as participate in statewide team training opportunities. This includes participation in writing grants and in activities that support applied research/demonstrations beneficial to clientele. Participating in regional and state associations, and other groups, is important for the EA to develop a reputation as an educational leader with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. The EA will also assist the team leader and administrators in program evaluation and impact reporting.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness Management, Agribusiness and Food Industry Management, an agriculture major with a business specialization or minor, or a related field.

Level I:

• Bachelor’s degree and 0 years of experience.

Level II:

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience implementing, managing, or delivering educational programs in a relevant discipline, including formal and/or informal teaching methods.
• OR Master’s degree and 2 years of experience implementing, managing, or delivering educational programs in a relevant discipline, including formal and/or informal teaching methods.

*Salary will be commensurate with relevant, professional work experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Applicants must demonstrate educational leadership in the application of knowledge, be grounded in research-based science, and have the ability to help agricultural producers prosper.
• They must have strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work with and to deliver educational programming and counseling to audiences from a variety of educational, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• They must have demonstrated experience within designated area of emphasis.
• This position requires regular travel to carry out Extension responsibilities.
• Successful applicants must possess strong leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to respectfully self-motivate their daily priorities.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

A Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$45,030 - $74,290

Job Category
Other

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Birmingham

State position is located:
Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
09/05/2025

Closing Date
09/19/2025

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts