Extension Educator, Agriculture and Agribusiness (Local Food Systems and Small Farms) - Bourbonnais, Illinois
Bourbonnais, Illinois Ag Jobs
| Job Ref: | 1959982485 |
| Employer: | Ag Jobs |
| Company Name: | University of Illinois |
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Agronomy Biotech – R&D – Science Food Safety Horticulture Human Resources Management Marketing Production Project – Program Management Training – Education Vegetables Trucking – Logistics – Transportation |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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| Country: | United States |
| State: | Illinois |
| City: | Bourbonnais |
| Map: | United States, Illinois, Bourbonnais (Show on map) |
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Extension Educator, Agriculture and Agribusiness (Local Food Systems and Small Farms) 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. Extension Educators will beexpected to deliver research-based educational programs and to work within teamsettings that may consist of other Extension Educators, communityprofessionals, and faculty within and outside of the College of ACES. Theestablishment of professional networks as well as the development ofrelationships with key stakeholder groups is vital to the success of ExtensionEducators. Extension Educators will be expected to deliver educational programsnot only within their assigned multi-county unit, but as requested, toclientele within other units. The Extension Educator,Agriculture and Agribusiness (Local Food Systems and Small Farms) is expected toconcentrate programmatically in Local Food Systems within diverse productionsettings. Close collaboration with other Local Food Systems/Small Farms,Horticulture, and Family and Consumer Economics Extension Educators isrequired. The Extension Educator also will be expected to build networks amongdiverse groups within the Unit who have strong interests in the increasedproduction and dissemination of local food products that can be used to improvethe diets of underserved audiences. The Extension Educator is expected toprovide research-based information and educational programs for growers,community members, schools, decision-makers, and other stakeholders andclientele involved in the production of local food. Development and delivery ofhigh impact and relevant educational programs and resources in several of thefollowing areas will be important: 1) production of fruits and vegetables, 2)marketing of food initiatives, 3) food safety and Good Agricultural Practices(GAPs), 4) school and community gardens, 5) integrated pest management, and 6)building networks and increasing collaborations with agriculture stakeholdersand clientele. One full-time position isavailable. Location: Unit 9 - Grundy, Kankakee, and Will Counties (Position will be housed inKankakee County - Bourbonnais, IL) Additional positions may becomeavailable 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 beconducted. 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. 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 be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on May 24, 2024. Apply for this position using theApply 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 maytake place, but allapplications received by May 24, 2024 will receive full consideration.After applying, please be on the lookout for an email from uie-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: 1024336 Job Category: Off-Campus Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu | |
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