Extension Associate- SFU Manager

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), 403(b)

United States, North Carolina, Greensboro

Dec 13, 2024

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type	EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position	The Small Farms Unit manager will be housed in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The position provides leadership to Cooperative Extension program efforts, managing and coordinating on-site projects at the Small Farm Unit ( SFU) in Goldsboro, NC. Management includes planning, managing, and sustaining the 30-acre land for production, education, applied-research, extension/outreach, and demonstration activities. Coordination includes maintaining frequent/routine communication between the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service ( NCDA&CS), farm staff, Research Principle Investigators from North Carolina Agriculture and Technical State University and North Carolina State University, interns and apprentices, students, and other extension personnel. The manager will also provide tours to visitors, and provide/maintain professional communication services such as completing reports and impact analysis of the SFU activities. Support includes working with the PIs to create plans and preparation of field plots, equipment, and facilities for specialty crops production including high tunnel operations and maintenance. It is essential for the farm manager to maintain the Small Farm Unit as an attractive educational and research center.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit	The Cooperative Extension Program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an educational outreach organization within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. Cooperative Extension at A&T provides researched-based educational information, programming and technical assistance to limited-resource audiences that address a diverse range of issues in four programmatic areas - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community and Rural Development, and 4-H Youth Development. Together with its partners - North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, state and county governments, a dynamic and resourceful system is formed. In addition to campus operations. The Cooperative Extension Program has professionally staffed offices in almost half of the 100 counties in North Carolina and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T) is one of the three partners for the Center for Environmental Farming Systems ( CEFS), along with North Carolina State University ( NCSU) and the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services ( NCDA&CS. The Small Farm Unit ( SFU) of CEFS is a place of 30 acres used for research, teaching, extension, and outreach projects that focus on organic and sustainable production practices to a wide variety of audiences.
Minimum Requirements	Master's degree from an accredited university in an agriculture related field; for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or comparable background in independent academic or instructional activities, an undergraduate degree in agriculture and 3 or more years of experience in whole farm planning and operation, organic/sustainable small fruit and vegetable production, and high tunnel management will be considered. Knowledge and experience in high tunnel production. Strong verbal and oral communication skills. Experience working with diverse audiences in both production agriculture and informal teaching. Ability to prioritize tasks and efficiently use available labor and equipment. Management experience in organizing and supervising individuals and enterprises. Demonstrated skills in operating, adjusting, maintaining, and performing basic repairs to farm equipment such as mid-size tractor, disk, hand sprayers, planters, transplanter, plastic layer, mowers, and irrigation equipment.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Prior experience related to the direction/oversight of programs that focus the academic and research resources of a higher education institution towards community or regional issues.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.	On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title	Extension Associate- SFU Manager
Position Number	008544
Recruitment Salary Range	$55,500-$60,000 Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA	Exempt
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track	No
FTE	40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division	Cooperative Extension
Organizational Location	College of Ag & Environ Sciences
Organizational Unit	CEFS Small Farms

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA2204
Open Date	06/11/2024
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled	Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search
Date Position Available	06/11/2024
Special Instructions to Applicant	You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more: Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC - Health Benefits NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
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