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Extension Educator Owyhee County (Livestock/Range)
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Position Number: 5198889
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Agriculture - Extension

University of Idaho

Extension Educator Owyhee County (Livestock/Range)

Location: Off Campus Location - Owyhee County Extension/Marsing, ID

Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Employee Category: Faculty

Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1

Full/Part Time:

Position Summary:
The Southern Extension District is seeking to hire an Assistant or Associate Professor for a tenure track or tenured fiscal year County Extension Educator. The Educator will provide Extension (90%) with a primary emphasis in all county and some district Livestock and Range programs. The Educator will provide assistance in university outreach where appropriate. They will plan, develop, implement, evaluate, and report Livestock and Range programs for stakeholders and clientele. In addition, the Educator will provide county and multi-county support for 4-H Youth Development in the Livestock project area as a minor area of responsibility. They will participate in applicable university, college, Extension, district, and community committees and perform other service assignments (5%). The educator will conduct scholarship/creative activities (5%). Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws.

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree from and accredited institution in agricultural/natural resources area that may include, Animal Science, Range Science, Extension Education, or other related Agricultural/Natural Resources Science degrees.
Experience providing organizational structure and support for a variety of individuals and groups.
Experience collaborating in teams focused on achieving positive educational outcomes.
Experience adapting research materials into oral and written presentations.
Experience using computer technology to market programs and communicate with stakeholders and clientele.

Preferred Qualifications:

Management, business, or technical agriculture work experience (relevant experience acquired within last 5 years preferred).
Extension experience providing effective instruction, support, and promotion for educational programs.
Experience in needs assessment and program evaluation.
Experience in disseminating research results through scholarly outlets such as refereed /peer reviewed publications and/or presentations to peer audiences.
Knowledge of Owyhee County and the surrounding area.
Knowledge of Hispanic culture and ability to speak/read Spanish.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
Must possess a valid drivers license.
Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 lbs.

Work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends. Must possess a valid drivers license. Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 lbs.

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: F001243P

Posting Date: 04/19/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
Applications received by May 19, 2024 will receive first consideration.

Along with your on-line application, write a letter of qualification addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.

In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.