Job Title: Associate, Area Agriculture Extension (Hinds, Madison, Rankin) FLSA Status: Exempt Posted Salary Range: Commensurate With Experience Employment Status: Full Time Department: College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences Job Summary: The incumbent will support the state coordinator in various aspects of integrating Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) into our state outreach program. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Keen attention to detail Possesses technical skills Possesses data collection skills Possesses statistical and graphical data analysis skills Sound communication skills, verbal and written Ability to follow standard protocols or determine protocols to be used, based on the guidelines of the principal investigator Ability to maintain quality and safety control standards Ability to think critically Essential Job Functions : Assist the state coordinator in organizing training activities (workshops, field days, etc.) set forth in SARE programs. Assist state coordinator in establishing farm trials that address state and local needs at off campus centers and model farms. Assist with the promotion of all SARE – related programs and projects. Assist with the collection of data, evaluation and reports. Assist with grant writing, budgeting, and provide input in the development of educational programs. Provide communication and seek additional contacts with stakeholders. Serve as a Sustainable Agriculture liaison for the 1890 institutions. Provide a link with National, Regional, and other State SARE programs. Prepare extension outreach materials like fact sheets, trifolds, brochures for disseminating information to the limited resources farmers. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Support extension program and assist with new extension curriculum development. Other related duties, as assigned Qualifications: Master’s degree in plant science/Horticulture/Agronomy, or a closely related field One (1) year experience in related field Licensing and Certifications : N/A Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas: No Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds: Occasionally Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds: Not Required Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds: Not Required Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds: Not Required Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds: Not Required Travel: Occasionally Extended Work Hours: Occasionally Posting Number: S1062 Number of Vacancies: 1 Location: Lorman Open Date: 09/18/2024 Open Until Filled: Yes EEO Statement: Alcorn State University Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Advertising Summary: Excellent Benefits Package