Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources - Pike County

at  The Ohio State University

This position is located in Pike County, Ohio.
The Ohio State University Extension (OSUE) seeks an Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Educator to work collaboratively with county, area and state teams of OSUE professionals and with local agency leaders and volunteers.
The Extension Educator, ANR in Pike County will provide overall leadership to developing and conducting a proactive applied research and education program in agriculture and natural resources to meet current and future needs in emerging issues and state-mandated rules such as nutrient and manure management, farm management and succession planning, livestock and crop production, niche markets, Master Gardeners and horticulture, and timber industry.
The Educator will plan, teach, deliver, disseminate, and evaluate educational programs and applied research on relevant local issues using innovative educational methods to adults and/or youth. The Educator may be required to replicate and adhere to existing programs that meet the needs of the local community.
The Educator will be responsible for a broad range of basic to complex duties that could include but are not limited to: Maintaining a high level of visibility and facilitate communications with a wide range of clientele to promote understanding of agriculture and natural resource issues; Maintain a program of individual professional improvement in selected subject areas; Ensure diversity among potential clientele and learners (i.e. Mennonite Community) and equal access to programs and facilities; Providing guidance and/or leadership for Agriculture and Natural Resources programming targeted to local and area needs.
The Educator will work closely with local advisory committees, commodity groups, and volunteers to conduct needs assessment and priority setting to determine emphasis of education programs. The Educator will strengthen the partnership with local school based vocational agriculture programs. Approximately 10% of the Educator’s time will be dedicated to statewide issues (required).
The Educator will participate in shared stewardship responsibilities that assist county administrative duties and may be responsible for securing external funds to support local programming. The Educator will serve as an educational advisor and liaison for OSUE and The Ohio State University with federal, state and local agencies and educational institutions at the local community level. The Educator will participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision and values of both Ohio State University Extension and Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Resume and cover letter, specific to the posting, are to be included at time of application, include months and years worked for each employment listed.
Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.
Extension Educator 1
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree
38,004-48,000
Extension Educator 2
Requires a Master’s Degree
43,500-53,508
Extension Educator 3
Requires a Master’s Degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience
51,000-63,036
The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications.
Function: Education
Sub-Function: Extension Educators
Career Band: Individual Contributor – Specialized
Career Level: S1, S2, S3, S4
Regular 40 First Shif

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