Ag Community Educator- Oriskany, NY

About this role

This position will serve as the Ag Community Educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Oneida County and will be responsible for implementing agricultural education programming that addresses community needs and supports farm viability, workforce readiness, and sustainable agricultural practices. The educator will deliver programming in areas including crop and soil education, agronomy, soil health, pest management, agricultural career awareness, and workforce development. The position will conduct targeted outreach and provide education through a variety of methods, including workshops, classroom presentations, field visits, demonstrations, one-on-one assistance, newsletters, digital/media outreach, and other educational events. The educator will build and maintain relationships with farmers, schools, agricultural service providers, industry partners, and community organizations to strengthen agricultural education, career pathways, soil and crop programming, and support producers in Oneida County. The educator will also serve as a team member and collaborate      Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agricultural business, environmental science. • At least 2 years of volunteer or related work experience. • General knowledge of agriculture, including familiarity with crop and soil systems, agronomy, pest management, and agricultural workforce development. • Ability to effectively deliver related programs and trainings to youth and adult audiences. • Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts, including frequent collaboration with staff and outside organizations. • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with community members and external employees. • Ability to work independently and with peers and groups. • Ability to effectively coordinate program efforts including data management and reporting, scheduling and coordinating programs and events, compiling and maintaining materials and resources, following financial reporting requirements. • Proficiency or ability to learn and effectively use software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).  • Demonstrated ability to function as a team member working with staff. • Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position. • Ability to meet acceptable background check standards. • Must possess or have the ability to acquire a Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification and New York State Certified Pesticide Applicators License. • Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. • Ability to frequently move/transport supplies and equipment, including climbing stairs and/or in outdoor/agricultural settings with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications: • Knowledge and experience in working effectively in a non-formal education system, such as Cornell Cooperative Extension. • Knowledge of Oneida County agriculture, local producers, and community needs. • Knowledge and experience in working with various communities. • Experience working with school districts, BOCES, colleges, workforce agencies, agricultural service providers, and community partners. • Experience coordinating internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, or other work-based learning opportunities. • Ability to identify, organize, and utilize program resources from the organization and the community. • Ability to initiate, plan, organize, implement, teach, and evaluate informal education programs through a variety of program delivery methods. • Ability to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and confidentiality.

Position Details: Expected Weekly Hours : 40 hours per week- Onsite Position.

Wage: Annual Salary of $62,353.20

Location: Oneida County CCE office in Oriskany, NY . No remote work available.

Benefits: Great Benefits; including spectacular time off! • NYS Health Insurance Program (including FREE Dental Insurance) • NYS Retirement!!! • Long-Term Disability Insurance • Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity Plan • Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts • Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance • Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance • Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance • Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance • Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance • Voluntary Pet Insurance 12 Paid holidays, 2 floating holidays (can be used at any time of year),21 vacation days, 4 personal days and 15 sick days per year Program Delivery – 90%              • Utilize Ag Strategic Plan, Farmland Protection Plan, and feedback from farmers to deliver educational programs to address community and individual needs. • Work alongside subject matter experts to deliver programs to address community and individual needs.  • Deliver existing educational programs and develop or adapt lessons, educational materials, and resources in areas including crop and soil education, agronomy, pest management, soil health, agricultural career awareness, agricultural technology, and workforce development. • Provide education and training for new and existing farmers, including topics related to soil health, crop production, agronomy, pest management, regulatory compliance, and emerging issues affecting agriculture. • Deliver hands-on and audience-appropriate programming through a variety of methods, including workshops, demonstrations, classroom presentations, career fairs, field trips, farm visits, one-on-one assistance, newsletters, and digital/media outreach. • Facilitate career awareness and exploration activities, especially for youth in grades 7–12, and support agricultural career pathways through work-based learning opportunities and connections to industry partners. • Serve as a subject matter resource for staff, program participants, producers, schools, and community partners in areas related to crop and soi

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