Extension Assistant - AgNR - Washington County

Texas A&M University System • Prairie View, TX

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Extension Assistant performs programmatic and outreach responsibilities for a recently USDA-NRCS-funded project in Texas’s 10th congressional district, working with the Agriculture & Natural Resources (AgNR) Unit. The role supports project activities in selected counties by visiting farms and farmers to provide education on climate-smart farming, assist with soil sampling and carbon data collection, and monitor project progress. The Extension Assistant also supports meetings, workshops, farmer and grower outreach, and other project activities at the county level and at Prairie View A&M University. The position links research and extension teams with farmers and growers.

This 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. A driver’s license is required. Applicants may be considered with equivalent experience in place of a bachelor’s degree; the posting describes four years of related experience as equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No prior experience is required.
• 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.
• Strong interest in working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Applicants using experience in place of a bachelor’s degree must have four years of related experience, as described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Create, establish, and maintain program files and databases 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 seminars, workshops, and other special events.
• Assist in organizing and facilitating committee meetings, including preparing materials, scheduling, and supporting smooth proceedings.
• Conduct farm visits as needed to monitor project activities and collect data for analysis and reporting.
• Participate in and assist with college-wide events, activities, and committees, and perform other assigned duties.
• Visit selected farms and farmers to provide education on climate-smart farming, assist with soil sampling and carbon data collection, and monitor project progress.
• Support farmer and grower outreach, project meetings and workshops, and related activities at the county level and at PVAMU.

What This Job Offers

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