Extension Educator, Agriculture and Agribusiness (Commercial Agriculture) - Lewistown, Illinois
Lewistown, Illinois Ag Jobs
| Job Ref: | 1959958368 |
| Employer: | Ag Jobs |
| Company Name: | University of Illinois |
| Category: |
Administrative
Biotech – R&D – Science Grain Human Resources Irrigation Management Production Project – Program Management Seed Training – Education Vegetables Trucking – Logistics – Transportation |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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| Country: | United States |
| State: | Illinois |
| City: | Lewistown |
| Map: | United States, Illinois, Lewistown (Show on map) |
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Extension Educator, Agriculture and Agribusiness (Commercial Agriculture) University of Illinois Extension WE TRANSFORM LIVES. Everything we do is designed toimprove the quality of life of the people in the state of Illinois, across thenation, and around the world. We discover, develop, translate, and disseminateknowledge to address societal concerns and train the next generation of expertsand leaders in a way that empowers them to expand the boundaries of science tohigher levels of understanding and influence. Be a part of our story. Through learning partnershipsthat extend knowledge and change lives, University of Illinois Extensionprovides educational programs aimed at making life better, healthier, safer,and more profitable for individuals and their communities. Illinois Extensionhas operated continuously for more than 100 years connecting the citizens ofIllinois to their land-grant university by providing educational programmingaround the state. University of Illinois Extension is based in the College ofACES and works with all colleges and units of the University of Illinois atUrbana-Champaign. The Extension Educator serves as aregular, full time, 12 month academic professional with primary responsibilityfor the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programssupporting the mission of the University of Illinois Extension. ExtensionEducators support one of the four core Extension program areas and within thatprogram area may focus on one or more of the following interdisciplinaryinitiatives: Community, Environment, Economy, Food, and Health. Programmaticobjectives of Extension Educators will be consistent with national andstatewide initiatives considered of significant importance to residents of thestate of Illinois. This position will have appliedresearch and outreach responsibilities for the commercial production andmanagement of field crops grown or potentially grown in the Extension Unit and state.In particular, research and outreach in the areas of conventional corn andsoybean production is of high importance. Research and outreach related to irrigationmanagement, and specialty crop production to include such crops as seed corn,sweet corn, pumpkins, field vegetables, turfgrasses and cover crops is alsoexpected. For the purposes of program delivery, the geographic area is both tothe Unit and statewide. This position will be expected tocollaborate closely with campus based specialists and other faculty and othermembers of the Commercial Ag team in the planning and implementation ofresearch projects with high local relevance to stakeholders. As necessary,Commercial Agriculture educators will be expected to cooperate with campusfaculty in the conducting of pest surveys and the dissemination of thesefindings to clientele. This position will oversee selected CommercialAgricultural programming within the Unit and will have some regional andstatewide duties. One full time position isavailable. Location: Unit 11 - Fulton,Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell Counties (Positionwill be housed in Fulton County - Lewistown, IL) Additionalpositions may become available in other locations This is a security-sensitiveposition. Comprehensive backgroundchecks, including but not limited to a criminal conviction information check, aCANTS check, and a review of the Registered Sex Offender list, will be conducted. Duties and Responsibilities: Program Development, Delivery and Evaluation
Organizational Leadership and Development
Scholarship
Other Information
Additional Physical Demands To perform the functions of this position, the employee willbe required to perform work both within an office and outside in thecommunities that are served and must have the capability to travel from onelocation to the other in a timely fashion. Employee is responsible forsecuring personal transportation. A valid driver's license ispreferred. Some work will be required during evenings and/orweekends. When working, the employee may be exposed to a variety ofenvironmental factors to include, but not limited to, hot or cold weather,exposure to noise and allergens, and uneven ground. In performing thefunctions of this position, the employee may be subjected to various mental andphysical demands as well to include, but not limited to, independentlytraveling to and performing work at different locations, ability to move,transfer and/or transport items that may occasionally weigh up to forty (40)pounds and frequently weigh up to twenty (20) pounds, and twisting, pushing andpulling movements. More detailed information regarding the functions of thisposition (including the physical, mental, and environmental requirements of theposition) may be obtained from Human Resources for the College of Agricultural,Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) by contacting hr@aces.illinois.edu. Minimum Qualifications Education:
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Administrative Relationship The Extension Educator isadministratively responsible to the County Director. Programmatic Relationship The Extension Educator isprogrammatically responsible to the Program Leader(s) for the delivery ofprograms that mesh with identified national and state priorities. AppointmentInformation Sponsorshipfor work authorization is not available for this position. This position is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure academicprofessional position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The expectedstart date is as soon as possible after the closing date. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualificationsand experience, while also considering internal equity. The salary range forthis position starts at $59,000. Generous vacation and sick leave. StateUniversities Retirement System. Group health, dental, vision and lifeinsurance. ApplicationProcedures & Deadline Information Applications must bereceived by 6:00 pm (CST) on May 23, 2024. Apply for this positionusing the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please upload a resume, cover letter, andthe names and contact information for three professional references. Resumedates submitted must be in month/year format and employment history, ata minimum, should include all work dating back to the completion of yourundergraduate degree. Positions that were less than full-time/100% must benoted as being part-time. Transcripts may be requested at a later date. Interviews may take place, but all applicationsreceived by May 23, 2024 will receive full consideration. Afterapplying, please be on the lookout for an email fromuie-careers@aces.illinois.edu for further instructions. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For furtherinformation about this specific position, please contact ChristinaEdgington at chrisedg@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the applicationprocess, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu. Requisition ID: 1023907 Job Category: Off-Campus Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu | |
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