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Educator, Area Agriculture Extension (Pike, Walthall, Lincoln, and Amite Counties)
Alcorn State University


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Date Posted May 5, 2025
Title Educator, Area Agriculture Extension (Pike, Walthall, Lincoln, and Amite Counties)
University Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS, United States
Department College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Professional Staff
    Lecturer/Instructor
  • Agricultural Extension
 
 
The incumbent is responsible for providing leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive educational program for the agriculture area of the ASU Extension Program in a designated geographic region of the state.
 
 

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of agricultural education
  • Demonstration of patience, compassion, attitude, and disposition toward working with individuals of diverse background
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Emotional maturity
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
  • Ability to work well with co-workers and partners
  • Competency in the use of computers and electronic outreach methods
  • Ability to develop public-private community partnerships
 

 

Essential Job Functions

  • Develops work partnerships with relevant local organizations, agencies, and institutions to deliver educational programs, events, and activities
  • Works with producers and agricultural related associated to explore strategies for improving production and profitability based on environmentally sound recommendations
  • Conducts on-farm demonstrations utilizing current research-based information emphasizing soil preparation and quality; production, harvesting and the marketing of alternative crops
  • Maintains a working relationship with Extension Specialists and other Area Extension Educators to develop and implement project proposals in high priority areas
  • Implements educational programs regarding farm management including financial management, herd health, management and business analysis, risk management employing workshops, short courses, tours, demonstrations, and other appropriate teaching and delivery methods
  • Other related duties as assigned

 
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