Extension Assistant - AgNR - Waller

Prairie View A&M University • Prairie View, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Extension Assistant performs programmatic and outreach responsibilities for a proposed project in the Agriculture & Natural Resources (AgNR) Unit. The position supports a recently USDA-NRCS-funded project in Texas’s 10th congressional district and requires regular visits to selected counties and farms. The assistant educates farmers on climate-smart farming, helps collect soil samples and carbon data, and monitors project progress. The role also supports meetings, workshops, farmer and grower outreach, and project activities at the county level and Prairie View A&M University. It serves as a link between research and extension teams and farmers and growers.

The position is funded by a grant or restricted funds, and continued employment depends on renewal of that funding. Salary is commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience within the assigned salary range. Applicants may qualify through an equivalent combination of education and experience; four years of related experience is required for the stated bachelor’s-degree equivalency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No prior experience is required.
• Applicants considered through the stated bachelor’s-degree equivalency must have four years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Considerable experience in fieldwork, field research design, and project implementation.
• Driving license.

Responsibilities

• Create, establish, and maintain program files and databases needed for project management and documentation.
• Serve as the primary liaison and point of contact for program-related inquiries, providing prompt and professional assistance to staff.
• Collaborate with county agents to plan, market, and coordinate logistics for program seminars, workshops, and other special events.
• Help organize and facilitate committee meetings, including preparing materials, scheduling, and ensuring proceedings run smoothly.
• Conduct farm visits as needed to monitor project activities and collect relevant data for analysis and reporting.
• Participate in and assist with college-wide events, activities, and committees, and perform other duties as necessary.
• Conduct outreach and education on climate-smart farming with farmers in selected counties.
• Assist with soil sample and carbon data collection and monitor project progress.
• Support meetings, workshops, and other project-related activities at the county level and at Prairie View A&M University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level