Bulloch County ANR Agent

Posting Number : F1567P

F1567P

Working Title :

Bulloch County ANR Agent

Department :

CAES-Southeast District CES

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College / Unit / Department website :

https : / / extension.uga.edu / county-offices / bulloch.html

Posting Type : External

External

Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP

TRS or ORP

Employment Type : Employee

Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Benefits Eligible

Advertised Salary : $52,000 / yr

$52,000 / yr

Anticipated Start Date :

04 / 01 / 2023

Job Posting Date : 02 / 10 / 2023

02 / 10 / 2023

Open until filled :

Location of Vacancy :

SE District

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Classification Title :

Public Service Professional AC

Faculty Rank : Open Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type : Fiscal (12 mo.)

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status : Non-Tenure Track

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Agriculture or related area.
• A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional Faculty appointment (see Additional Requirements for more information on this provisional appointment).

Position Summary :

This position will provide educational programming in the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) area in Bulloch County providing educational opportunities in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods.

Bulloch County has a rich history of an extraordinary Ag Row Crop program. County stakeholders rely heavily on the County Agent.

Homeowners and Master Gardner Volunteers also depend on the Agent’s expertise to provide training and programming to the citizens of the community.

Tended acres are covered with cotton, peanuts, tobacco, corn, turf and pasture.

This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are required.

Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others including 4-H Youth and adult clientele is also a common and necessary function of the job.

4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.

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Additional Requirements :

Additional Requirements

See the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointments and Promotions for Public Service and Outreach Academic Rank for information regarding the Public Service Faculty ranks.

Progression towards earning an advanced degree is expected while in a provisional faculty position. When a public service professional receives an advanced degree, recommendation for a public service faculty appointment can be initiated according to the public service faculty appointment process (see Appointment and Promotion upon Receiving an Advanced Degree on page 16 of the Guidelines ).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

• Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to speak to / teach large groups of residents.
• Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele.
• Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits.
• Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees.
• Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs.
• Skills in leadership and management.

Is this a Position of Trust? :

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

Does this position require a P-Card? :

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

Is driving a responsibility of this position? :

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy :

• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia;
• confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for;

and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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Duties / Responsibilities :

• Provides educational programming related to Agriculture & Natural Resources in Bulloch County. This includes managing the Agricultural & Natural Resources program in Bulloch County by providing educational opportunities in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods.
• Utilizes the expertise of and works closely with advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs
• Develops a plan of work that is equitable in meeting the needs of the county’s varied socio-economic population

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Duties / Responsibilities :

• Develops and conducts relevant interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues
• Collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs
• Conducts promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming
• Utilizes current research data and information on emerging issues in program development and teaching

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Duties / Responsibilities :

• Provides reporting of ANR activities via UGA software programming.
• Demonstrates personal interest and involvement in the community by participating in and supporting civic / community activities / organizations and networking with community leaders
• Ensures the Civil Rights / Equal Opportunity plan of UGA Cooperative Extension is followed and that volunteers and clientele understand Cooperative Extension offers educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or veteran status.

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