ANR Extension Agent - Hampshire Extension Office - Job Number 28806
The WVU Extension Department at West Virginia University located in Hampshire County Romney, WV is currently accepting applications for an ANR Extension Agent serving Hampshire County.
About the Opportunity
The WVU Extension Service is seeking a self-motivated individual who will implement a comprehensive Extension program in agriculture and natural resources ANR with a focus on agribusiness, consumer horticulture, local foods, and agritourism-related community development. We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits including Wellness programs.
What Youll Do
Hampshire County is a county located in eastern West Virginia. Hampshire County is located in the South branch Valley of the Potomac River. The population is 23,093 (2020 US Census). This position will primarily work with farmers and landowners to enhance their production and management skills to improve the profitability and sustainability of their farm businesses and local foods endeavors. This twelve-month position carries the academic rank of Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor depending on the candidates level of education.
An Assistant Professor appointment with a graduate-level degree will be a full-time promotable tenure-track appointment. A Visiting Instructor appointment with an undergraduate-level degree will be a full-time non-tenure track appointment. The Agent is responsible to the ANR Program Director for all ANR programmatic and administrative matters. In addition, the Agent works cooperatively with the appropriate County Program Coordinator CPC to integrate his/her program efforts into the total County Extension program. The amount of time which an Agent spends in specific program areas and/or in program components is determined in concert with the Unit Director and other County Faculty.
Functions and Tasks of the Agent
Experience working with the media and web-based information delivery methods. All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in promoting marketing or creating public awareness of programs/services among key community decision-makers.
Special Requirements
Application Process
If you meet the stated requirements and would like to be considered for the position, ALL of the following information must be submitted using https://jobs.wvu.edu.
Special Notice
Upon completion of the application screening and interview process, a candidate will be presented to the Hampshire County Extension Service Committee for their consideration. Final placement of the agent in the County is subject to the approval of the Hampshire County Extension Service Committee.
About WVU
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees. From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers. Join us at West Virginia University where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.