Program Associate - Ag Econ Ag Business

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Institution Name :

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county.

It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.

The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Department : Ag Econ Ag Business

Ag Econ Ag Business

Department's Website :

uada.edu

Summary of Job Duties :

This position is a 12-month 100% Extension appointment at the University of Arkansas. Relevant expertise for this position includes agricultural cash and futures markets, value-added commodity marketing, and enhancing the agriculture industry’s understanding of financial management.

The successful candidate will work closely with faculty in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness to develop a program of extension in one or more of these areas, regularly publishing in relevant extension outlets and farm journals, presenting to stakeholder audiences, and maintaining a newsletter with contributions from extension faculty led by the Program Associate.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Agricultural Economics or a related area of study plus three (3) years of related experience OR a related Master's degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer an M.S. in Agricultural Economics or a closely related field. Candidates should be knowledgeable and experienced in the following subject matter areas : farm management, agricultural finance, and agricultural input marketing.

Excellent writing skills and the ability to present financial information to stakeholders is also essential. Familiarity with the basic Microsoft Office suite is required.

Please direct all questions about the position to Ryan M. Loy, email : , phone : 214.642.9066. Screening of applicants will begin on November 1 and continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information :

For assistance with the application process, please email

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application, Resume, Unofficial / Official Transcript(s)

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Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Ryan Loy,

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Motor Vehicle Reports Check

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Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.

S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion

Frequent Physical Activity :

Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity :

Driving

Benefits Eligible :