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Job Description
works closely with citizens and local, state, and federal officials to aid Virginia in preparing and responding to natural or other emergencies and disasters, assist producers with understanding the forces that create opportunities for collaborative marketing efforts, partner and provide technical assistance to various producer organizations, collaborate with county, state, and federal departments and agencies to support the goals of agricultural producers, work with Farmer's Market vendors to develop a larger market presence in the community.
Extension agents demonstrate flexibility, adaptability; a team-oriented mindset, yet are able to work independently, and;
a strong desire to help clients succeed.
Required Qualifications
Agent faculty positions require a minimum of a bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or university.
a team oriented mindset, yet are able to work independently, and strong desire to help clients succeed. Extension agents recognizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the development and delivery of Extension programs, actively work to diversify program participation and are responsible for VCE's civil rights policies and compliance with affirmative action.
The person in this position is expected to travel to provide in-person leadership and to build community partnerships with few exceptions for telework.
Virginia Tech is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this vacancy.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree and commercial agriculture experience preferred.
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$45,000 - $65,000
Review Date
May 31, 2024
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a driver's license check with an acceptable and safe driving record.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Last updated : 2024-05-10
Full Time
Wholesale
$70k-87k (estimate)
05/12/2024
06/21/2024
ext.vt.edu
Winchester, VA
25 - 50
Wholesale
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