CALS- Extension Support Specialist I- SP- Soil & Crop Sciences Section- School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS)

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Cornell University is a pioneer of purpose-driven science, working across disciplines to address contemporary challenges through research, education, and outreach. The college focuses on achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs, ensuring access to nutritious food and a healthy environment, and supporting local people and communities globally. This position is located within the Soil & Crop Sciences section. The Extension Support Specialist I, on behalf of the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYS AGM), will be responsible for maintaining and modifying Agricultural (Ag) Districts boundary data for public distribution. This involves creating and updating Ag District boundaries in various file formats for publication through the Cornell Library CUGIR website, as well as the NYS AGM and NYS GIS Clearinghouse website links. The role also includes developing and maintaining database and reporting systems, serving as a resource for stakeholder reporting, and developing standard teaching aids and materials. Additionally, the specialist will coordinate and assist in outreach and marketing efforts, such as press releases, social media, and website content, and act as a liaison with Ag & Markets to enhance program understanding and support. This is a part-time, 36-hour per week, fully in-person position located in Ithaca, NY. It is a one-year term appointment contingent upon available work, funding, and performance. The role requires fostering a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment through respectful communication, collaboration, and support for work/life integration. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 2 to 4 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.
GIS software proficiency, especially exporting map layouts and conversion to other file formats.
Able to use ESRI Arc Pro to edit boundaries to conform with updated Ag District maps.
Understanding of various graphic output file formats such as PNG, JPG, TIF and PDF.
Ability to coordinate with NYS and County program participants for modification and distribution of data.
Must be able to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities.

Nice To Haves

Good understanding of cartographic and graphic design.
Strong organizational skills for file management and archiving of all digital NYS Ag Districts filetypes.

Responsibilities

Maintain and modify Agricultural (Ag) Districts boundary data for public distribution.
Create and update Ag District boundaries in a variety of file formats to be published through the Cornell Library CUGIR website, as well as the NYS AGM and NYS GIS Clearinghouse website links.
Develop and maintain database and reporting systems.
Serve as resource for reporting for stakeholders.
Develop and tailor standard teaching aids and materials.
Coordinate and assist in developing outreach and marketing efforts such as press releases, social media, and website content.
Act as liaison with Ag & Markets to enhance understanding and support of programs/projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study
Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program