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Vacancy Type NC Cooperative Extension Is Internal Transfer Only No Job Type Full-Time - Permanent Time-Limited Appointment Length No If Yes, Appointment Length Title Extension Agent, Ag Working Title Extension Agent, Ag Salary Range Anticipated Hiring Range Bachelor's Minimum-$40,000; Master's Minimum-$45,000, Doctorate Minimum-$50,000 Position Number WT-00003230-0119 Work Schedule 7:45 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday, nights and weekends as required Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Department 117119 - West District - EBCI Department Job City & State Cherokee, NC Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.

The Cherokee Tribal lands are located in the Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina and are home to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). The land is fragmented into more than thirty parcels, scattered across five of the most remote and mountainous counties in North Carolina. The United States Government holds the land in trust for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). The largest tract is the Qualla Boundary, where the town of Cherokee is located. Other parcels of tribal land are located in surrounding counties. The town of Cherokee is a gateway community to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Tribal government, tribal services and the Cherokee Extension office are centered in the town of Cherokee.

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians operates under a corporate charter granted by the State of North Carolina. The tribal government collects a 7.50% levy on sales within the reservation, instead of state sales tax. The proceeds from this levy are used to administer tribal government, provide municipal services, educational scholarships for Native American students, and for promotion of tourism and economic development. A casino operates in Cherokee providing employment opportunities for tribal members and revenues for tribal operations. The Tribe consists of approximately 15,000 enrolled members and holds 56,000 acres for the Qualla Boundary. The major income source is tourism with local agriculture contributing to the economy.

Essential Job Duties

The individual selected for this position will be responsible for educational programming to groups and individuals in all areas of agricultural production, agronomic crops, local food systems, forage and pastures, beekeeping, pesticide education, natural resource conservation & adaptation to environmental change, and other areas as needed.

The agent provides agricultural producers with research based information on production, technology, economics and crop and animal culture and assist with problem solving on production issues. The agent assesses needs, plans and executes programs and evaluates the program results. The agent follows Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program goals and objectives.

Other Work/Responsibilities

The EBCI Extension Agent has primary responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating Extension programs within assigned areas of program responsibility which include NC Cooperative Extension and Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program.

The agent will provide educational programs and presentations to producers and other groups. Public speaking, planning and evaluation skills are a must.

Monthly reporting on education contacts and program impacts is required.

An understanding of grants, grant writing and reporting is required.

Other responsibilities include recruiting, training, and managing volunteers.

Minimum Experience/Education

One of the following educational requirements: – A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in an agricultural or related field, – A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field, or – Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field. Also required: a personal automobile; computer literacy; strong oral and written communication skills; the ability to plan, implement, market, and evaluate educational programs; willingness to work as a team member and support a total Extension program; and the ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities. Personal Attributes: Successful performance of the duties encompassed in the Extension Agent’s job requires that the individual possess habits of industry, a sense of responsibility, and a genuine appreciation for the worth of the individual. The employee must be adept in both oral and written communication. The Extension Agent is eligible to become a member of the non-tenure track/special faculty at North Carolina State University. The Extension Agent has primary responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating that phase of Extension programs within assigned areas of program responsibility. The Extension Agent cooperates with colleagues in the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service and leaders in performing assigned responsibilities. The performance of assigned responsibilities is governed by the philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service.

Departmental Required Skills

A degree in an agricultural or related field is required. The successful candidate must possess a high degree of agricultural subject matter competence, have excellent people and communication skills, and have the necessary education and experience to lead a strong Extension education program in the assigned program areas.

Computer literacy including Word, Excel, Power Point and Publisher is expected. Candidates should have excellent time and resource management skills, should be personable, and able to build networking coalitions.

Grant writing, reporting and management skills are required.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Significant course work or experience in agriculture and food systems is preferred. Education or experience in horticultural crops is a plus. Knowledge and experience in leadership, communications, educational presentations, public relations, marketing, effective use of technology, building relationships and networking with other agencies and groups are preferred.

Required License or Certification

n/a

Special Instructions Job Open Date 04/19/2019 Must Be Open Until

Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time. 05/03/2019 Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies? No Proposed Hire Date AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. * If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * All agent positions require a minimum education requirement of: A. A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or 3.0 in major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale); B. A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher; C. A completed Master's degree. Do you meet this minimum education requirement?
   • Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section A above.
   • Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section B above.
   • Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section C above.
   • No, however I am in my last semester of study.
   • No, I do not meet this requirement.

Application Materials Required Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation 1