Virginia SARE State Program Assistant

7 days ago

Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

About the Role

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the position of Virginia SARE State Program Assistant. This is a full-time, 12-month administrative professional (AP) faculty position that will provide educational support and programming for the Virginia Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) professional development program and the Virginia State University's Small Farm Outreach and Technical Assistance Program for the Shenandoah Valley region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide educational support to build the capacity of Extension, USDA professional, and mentor-farmer leaders to understand and implement sustainable agriculture research and educational programs.
  • Develop and implement research-based educational programs to improve the profitability, sustainability, and quality of life for small and socially disadvantaged farmers, landowners, veterans, and farm families in assigned counties of Virginia.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to establish and maintain close working relationships with a broad variety of individuals, groups, and organizations.
  • Develop, market, and promote program goals and objectives.
  • Communicate effectively with individuals and groups that work with socially and economically disadvantaged people.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree (MA or MS) in a relevant sustainable agriculture and farm management-related discipline from an accredited college or university; or, have a Bachelor's Degree (BA or BS) with at least three or more years of experience in a related field.
  • Experience in agricultural production, soil and water conservation, marketing, extension education, and some knowledge of sustainable agriculture and community food system-related issues.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Knowledge of website content management systems (e.g., Wix, WordPress, etc.).
  • Knowledge of major crops and livestock enterprises, production practices, and farm business management principles and practices.
  • Working knowledge of USDA farm programs, including the loan process.
  • Skill in the use of personal computers, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, presentation, and graphic applications.
  • Skill in report writing, developing, and delivering educational material to farmers.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with small and disadvantaged farmers, plan, develop, and implement comprehensive agriculture education programs for adults in formal and informal settings.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate with individuals and groups that work with socially and economically disadvantaged people.
  • Ability to manage time and responsibilities to serve two complementary educational programs.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in agricultural production/marketing, soil health, cover cropping, and food systems-related work.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher.
  • Demonstrated creativity, independence, and high motivation.
  • Strong work habits, project management skills, and the ability to work independently as well as with a project team.
  • Evidence of developing publications based on individual research.

About the Commonwealth of Virginia

The Commonwealth of Virginia is a comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world. We are dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity, and we offer more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of over 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. We have a significant presence across Virginia, including the Northern Virginia Center, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, and numerous research and outreach sites.

The Commonwealth of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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