Extension Assistant - AgNR - Washington County

Prairie View A&M University • 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 position reaches selected counties, visits farms and farmers to educate them about climate-smart farming, assists with soil sampling and carbon-data collection, and monitors project progress. The assistant also supports meetings, workshops, farmer and grower outreach, and project activities at the county level and Prairie View A&M University. The role links research and extension teams with farmers and growers. It 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an 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 handle 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 substituting experience for a bachelor’s degree must have four years of related experience to meet the degree equivalency.

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 special events.
• Help organize and facilitate committee meetings, including preparing materials and scheduling.
• Conduct farm visits as needed to monitor project activities and collect data for analysis and reporting.
• Assist with outreach and education on climate-smart farming, soil sampling, carbon-data collection, and project progress monitoring.
• Participate in and assist with college-wide events, activities, and committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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