Extension Educator – Environmental Management – Livestock Production

As part of Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) and the Agriculture and Agribusiness Institute (AABI), this position will provide local as well as statewide leadership and educational programming expertise in environmental nutrient management issues related to livestock production. Located in Alma, Michigan (Gratiot County), this position will have both local and state-wide focus, will collaborate across work teams, Institutes and commodity groups, and will work with faculty, specialists and educators for overall advancement of Michigan agricultural industries.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILIES

· Develop, conduct and evaluate innovative educational programs that meet current and projected needs;
· Communicate and interact with commodity groups to evaluate the needs of clientele;
· Serve as an information resource to clientele, partners and Extension staff;
· Collaborate with MSU Extension staff to conduct and evaluate programming efforts;
· In concert with the MSUE work team(s), work with federal, state and county agencies to complete needs assessment of the livestock industry and develop effective programming;
· Author, produce and submit regular research-based educational articles;
· Develop and utilize appropriate media methods to communicate current and timely information, research results, and relevant industry updates, as well as a schedule of current and future activities;
· Actively participate in professional development opportunities;
· Gather and report programming outputs and impacts, to demonstrate program effectiveness and to guide future program priorities for MSUE, the Agriculture and Agribusiness Institute and the work team aligned with;
· Work to ensure that educational needs assessments, program development and recruitment efforts include the engagement of Michigan’s diverse residents across race, gender, socioeconomic class, disabilities and other differences;
· Understand and implement Civil Rights policies and procedures;
· Other duties or projects as assigned by the Institute Director.

QUALIFICATIONS (include but are not limited to):

· Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to environmental management and/or nutrient utilization must be earned by date of hire.

· 3-years’ experience in Extension program delivery or demonstrated ability and skill in educational program planning, implementation and evaluation (relevant experience acquired within the last 5-years preferred);

 Applicants should include the names and contact information (including email addresses) of four professional references with the cover letter.

This position is a full-time, end-dated appointment renewable annually based upon successful performance and continued funding.

Email:batesr2@anr.msu.edu