Extension Agent (CED, Liberty County)

Texas A&M University System•Cleveland, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Extension Agent works under general supervision to plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs and activities in the Community and Economic Development (CED) unit for the Cooperative Extension Program. The role also supports educational programs in areas led by other staff members. Responsibilities include programs related to crop and livestock production, range, wildlife, agricultural economics, water quality, conservation, and natural resource management, as well as collaboration with federal, state, and local organizations in Liberty County. The position is located in Liberty County and is housed at 501 Palmer St. A, Liberty, TX 77575. The position is funded by a grant or restricted funds, and continued employment depends on renewal of that funding. Salary is commensurate with education and experience within the assigned salary range. The employee must be able to reside in the county, have access to a personal vehicle, maintain a valid Texas driver's license and appropriate insurance, and travel for official duties, including meetings or events at night, on weekends, or outside the county. A travel allowance is provided.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Technical competence in appropriate subject matter and ability to apply that knowledge to solve problems.
Understanding of youth and adult learning and development processes.
Knowledge of varied teaching methods for providing effective learning experiences.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to reside in the county.
Access to a personal vehicle, a valid Texas Driver's License, appropriate insurance coverage, and ability to travel for official duties, including nighttime, weekend, and out-of-county meetings or events.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Business, Accounting, Economic Development, Community Development, or a related field.
One to three years of demonstrated experience delivering programs for underserved and underrepresented audiences.
Demonstrated experience in volunteer management and developing educational presentations.
Demonstrated knowledge of the 1890 Land-grant system and philosophy.
Proficient or advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications.

Responsibilities

Provide general assistance to entrepreneurs, small business owners, agribusinesses, and landowners on financial resources, business planning, marketing, budgeting, efficient agribusiness practices, and business development.
Provide information on grant-writing procedures and funding agencies available to nonprofit organizations, and conduct regular community workshops on CED-related topics.
Deliver and assist with programs on small-business lending, government contracting, credit, debt management, youth entrepreneurship, and asset building.
Teach and deliver community-based CED educational programs through a variety of methods at sites throughout the service area.
Review and disseminate relevant research using appropriate methods.
Plan, implement, and evaluate culturally competent educational programs accessible to a wide range of audiences.
Plan and implement impact evaluations and report results to document program effectiveness.
Develop plans of work based on ongoing assessment of community needs.
Develop and follow a professional development plan in community resource development and outreach education methodology.
Work with county and regional economic development agencies to incorporate local needs into economic development plans, programs, and strategies.
Collaborate with nonprofit community organizations, agencies, stakeholders, civic groups, local governments, and regional Extension staff to provide integrated and multi-county programs.
Assist with marketing and promotion of the Community and Economic Development Systems Unit, including internet radio blogs, mass media interviews when appropriate, and Extension publications.
Participate in and assist with college-wide events, activities, and committees, and perform other duties as assigned.