Extension Assistant
About The Position
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University, Texas A&M Forest Service, Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. We are seeking an extension assistant who is responsible for carrying out various tasks associated implementing various field experiments in row crops and forages. This position will assist a team in field preparation, planting, in-season management, harvest, and data collection in a wide variety of crop species in South Texas.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Knowledge of word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to operate tractors and other basic farm equipment.
- Knowledge of basic maintenance and minor repairs of farm equipment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Texas Pesticide Applicator License.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience in agricultural field operations.
- Experience conducting applied research in row crops.
- Experience working with GPS guidance.
- Proficiency with basic statistical methods analyzing data from field experiments.
- Valid driver's license
Responsibilities
- Assists with program and outreach efforts.
- Produces and or delivers presentations
- Assists in the initiation of applied research studies, collects, and processes data and generates reports.
- Operate tractors, chemical applicators, and harvest equipment in a safe and efficient manner for a variety of crops.
- Complete basic maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
- With supervision and training, process samples and collect date from field experiments.
- Assist in maintaining facilities and farm infrastructure.
- Assist with field day and other outreach events for stakeholders and industry partners.
- Keep detailed records of field activities and data collected.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
