• Extension Program Specialist II

    Texas A&M University System (Angleton, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Extension Program Specialist II

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service

     

    Department

     

    Entomology

    Proposed Minimum Salary

    $5,083.34 monthly

     

    Job Location

     

    Angleton, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    Under general supervision, develop and implement educational programs and/or services that produce significant positive impacts for stakeholders.

    Responsibilities:

    People

    + Effectively engage volunteers to improve and increase educational programming.

    + Identify faculty/staff training needs and deliver or facilitate the delivery of training, employing train-the-trainer methods where appropriate.

    Programs

    + Work to effectively coordinate and integrate programs relevant to subject matter expertise.

    + Engage with clientele and targeted audiences to prioritize issues and develop effective and relevant educational programs, products and/or services to meet the expectations of stakeholders.

    + Develop effective learning environments for adult and youth audiences.

    + Effectively utilize evaluations to assess program impacts.

    + Produce programmatic reports which effectively document program impacts.

    + Provide expertise for disciplinary, multi-disciplinary and/or interdisciplinary programming and projects of the agency.

    + Evaluate the impact of regional Extension programming, including pre/post surveys, knowledge-gain assessments, and long-term outcome measures.

    + Prepare an annual in-depth outcome report for at least one signature program.

    + Maintain accurate documentation of events, participation, and outcomes to support program accountability.

    + Regional Beekeeper Support & Technical Expertise

    + Provide regional technical expertise on honey bee management, colony health, and IPM strategies.

    + Work directly with beekeepers, fruit & vegetable producers, home gardeners, and other stakeholders to address management issues and provide evidence-based recommendations.

    + Support and expand Extension apiary programming within the region, ensuring timely, accurate guidance on beekeeping practices.

    Partnerships

    + Contribute to grant proposals and execution of grants.

    + Grant Writing, Resource Development & Funding Acquisition

    + Identify and pursue funding opportunities from state, federal, regional, and industry sources that support honey bee education, research, and outreach.

    + Assist with project development, budgeting, reporting, and communication with funders.

    + Demonstrate effective working relationships with sponsors and donors, and secure and maintain support and resources for educational programs.

    + Develop personal and organizational relationships with industry and other external groups to advance organizational goals.

    + Contribute effectively to coordinated program efforts which extend beyond the department or unit.

    + Coordinate and cooperate effectively with coworkers and partners to deliver effective educational programs and accomplish agency and departmental goals.

    + Demonstrate commitment to the department, agency and discipline through service on committees and participation in activities that support these organizations.

    + Establish a record of activity and recognition in professional and/or industry-related organizations that benefit AgriLife Extension’s goals.

    + Collaborate with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Research personnel across centers and campus on projects related to honey bee management, pollinator health, and IPM.

    + Participate in and contribute to department, district, and statewide Extension team meetings.

    + Attend conferences, trainings, and professional society meetings for ongoing professional development.

    + Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the mission of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, the Department of Entomology, and statewide pollinator programming.

    Education and Experience:

    + Master’s degree in applicable field.

    + Five or more years of related professional experience.

    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

    + Knowledge of word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet applications.

    + Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

    + Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills.

    + Knowledge and expertise in honey bee biology and beekeeping.

    + Knowledge of honey bee pests, pathogens, and diseases.

    + Knowledge and experience in design, implementation and evaluation of educational programs.

    + Experience in conducting applied field-oriented research related to honey bees and beekeeping.

    + Ability to work closely with various audiences, communicate effectively (both oral and written), and function effectively as a team member or leader.

    + Plan, conduct, and evaluate applied research/demonstrations

     

    All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

     

    Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.