Cornell Cooperative Extension

Agriculture Educator - Auburn, NY

New York State (Other) · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$53k-$57kDetected 16 days ago

HRISResearchCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office

About the role

This position will teach in both group and individual settings utilizing a variety of delivery methods, to include, but not limited to: workshops, seminars, demonstrations, interest groups, newsletters, farm visits, and mass media.
This position will work as an Association team member in addressing local, regional, and statewide programming priorities as appropriate.
This position will coordinate the Master Gardener Program, including the training and supervision of Master Gardener Program volunteers.

Develop methodology to assess the Agriculture program, including frequent interaction with producers through but not limited to farm visits, and ensure that comprehensive program and strategic needs of the Association are being satisfied.
Develop program needs assessment.
Maintain direct linkage with Cornell University faculty and program for program assessment guidance.
Maintain linkages with Cornell faculty and other subject matter specialists for guidance in program development.
Implement already-established Master Gardener Programs such as the Master Gardener Volunteer Program.
Develop program evaluation framework and tools based on subject matter knowledge to measure program impacts and gain input/insight for continuous improvement.
Maintain direct linkage with Cornell University faculty and program units for guidance in applied research.

Master's Degree.
Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Valid New York State Driver's License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position
Must have New York State Department of Environmental Conservation pesticide applicator certification, which can be obtained on the job within the first year.
Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Knowledge of horticulture, including floriculture, ornamentals, turf, and vegetables.
Knowledge in forage and grain crop production
Knowledge of pesticides and their use, including integrated pest management.
Experience in grant writing.
Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written and electronic methods.
Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts.
Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.

The annual salary for this position is $53,000 to $57,000 commensurate with experience.

This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance NYS retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.
Apply subject matter knowledge to develop Agriculture educational programming, materials and activities to meet identified needs, goals and objectives within the county.
Lead hands-on learning experiences in gardening, food production, composting, and sustainability practices guided by youth voice and deep youth engagement.
Deliver Agriculture educational programming, and create linkages between food, consumers and agricultural producers.
Deliver educational programs as a part of multi-association and/or regional efforts when identified/appropriate.
Utilize a variety of educational methods which may include direct teaching, group experiences, media, newsletters, electronic technology, internet, social media, and distance learning to promote and deliver program.

Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cayuga County in a professional manner and communicate and cooperate with the public, agribusinesses, veterinarians, feed dealers, government officials, community leaders, Cornell and/or other land grant universities as a part of program delivery.

This listing is sourced directly from Cornell Cooperative Extension's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.