County Agent III (Assistant Professor) Commercial Agricultural Production - Salem County - Woodstown, New Jersey
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| Job Ref: | 1479292117 |
| Employer: | Ag Jobs |
| Company Name: | Rutgers University |
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| Job Type: | Full Time |
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| Country: | United States |
| State: | New Jersey |
| City: | Woodstown |
| Map: | United States, New Jersey, Woodstown (Show on map) |
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Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title County Agent III (Assistant Professor) Commercial Agricultural Production - Salem County Department Agric & Natural Resources Salary Annual Salary Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is searching for a community-engaged scholar to provide leadership, educational programming, and applied research-based information in commercial agricultural production, emphasizing agronomic crops. This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of County Agent III (equivalent to Assistant Professor). This position is located at the Salem County office of Rutgers Cooperative Extension in Woodstown, NJ. Agriculture and Natural Resource Agents are expected to demonstrate excellence in extension practice, teaching, and service. Key duties include providing leadership in assessing local needs to design, implement, and evaluate relevant programming in commercial agronomic crop production, collaborating with agricultural producers and commercial crop production organizations, agencies, and internal ANR and NJAES working groups, and developing strategies to maximize the effectiveness of teaching and engagement, programmatic impact within Extension Practice, and service in appropriate service roles, utilizing a variety of delivery modes. Rutgers Cooperative Extension is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive organization, which empowers all staff to contribute towards a vision for success. Rutgers University and the ANR Department have a strong commitment to attracting diverse faculty and providing excellence in community engagement following the Rutgers Diversity Strategic Plan (https://diversity.rutgers.edu/university-plan), the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Diversity Plan https://execdeanagriculture.rutgers.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/), and Rutgers Cooperative Extension Diversity Equity plan (https://njaes.rutgers.edu/extension/diversity-equity-inclusion/rce-strategic-plan-for-diversity-equity-inclusion.pdf) which is why we encourage candidates from diverse, underrepresented communities to apply. Position Status Full Time Posting Number 24FA0353 Posting Open Date 04/01/2024 Posting Close Date 05/28/2024 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience A Master's Degree from an accredited institution in agronomy, agribusiness, plant or soil sciences, or other closely related fields within the scope of commercial crop production is required. In addition, three years of relevant experience following attaining the Bachelor's degree is required. Experience or course work in integrated pest management, natural resource management, working with diverse audiences, and/or collaboration/coalition building are highly sought after. Certifications/Licenses A valid New Jersey driver's license or the ability to obtain one, the ability to complete Rutgers and/or Salem County Defensive Driving Courses, and other HR training as required. A valid NJDEP Pesticide Applicator's License, or the ability to acquire one within the first 18 months of hire, is expected. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, this position will provide county and regional leadership and collaboration across working groups, stakeholders, and Extension Departments and Specialists in agronomy, specifically for commercial producers: The position will:
Cooperative efforts with Extension Specialists, faculty colleagues, fellow ANR faculty and staff include:
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There is an expectation that ANR faculty will continue to evolve and grow across their career and respond to changes in the communities they serve. Equipment Utilized Computer, printer, and related software including but not limited to Microsoft Office suite; Email for communications and research, locally and nationally; Equipment related to programming and teaching (laptop, LCD projector, etc.); digital cameras, etc. Working knowledge of current and changing electronic technology. Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Successfully and efficiently work in both office and research farm settings and field visits. Comfortable and accustomed to working in rural agricultural settings. Overview This ANR County Agent III in Salem County is expected to establish an outstanding program in commercial agriculture and agronomic crop production, the merits of which will lead to regional and/or national recognition. Statement Members of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources focus on commercial agriculture and horticulture, fisheries and aquaculture, environmental and resource management issues, farm business development and marketing, pesticide safety and training, integrated pest management (IPM), and other related subjects. https://njaes.rutgers.edu/anr/ Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Please see instructions on submitting your diversity statement here: https://execdeanagriculture.rutgers.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/diversity-statement-instructions.php Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/224227 Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Off Campus City Woodstown, NJ State NJ Location Details 51 Cheney Rd, Woodstown, NJ 08098 Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement | |
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