What are the responsibilities and job description for the 70-23 Extension County Specialist, Agriculture & Natural Resource Management, Adams County position at Colorado State University?
Position Location
Brighton, CO
Work Location
Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Posting Number
202300395F
Proposed Annual Salary Range
$55,400 - $87,000 (commensurate on academic credentials and professional experience)
Employee Benefits
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Position Type
Faculty
Work Hours/Week
40
Description of Work Unit
The Office of Engagement and Extension (OEE), in cooperation with the Colorado State University (CSU) colleges and other units, has general charge over the University’s educational programs and services across the areas of engaged scholarship, extension, and extended campuses, which complement and reinforce the research, teaching, and service missions of CSU. OEE is collaborative space for faculty, staff, and students pursuing and promoting community-based research, service-learning, industry partnerships, and other forms of the scholarship of engagement. In partnership with the CSU colleges and other divisions, OEE faculty and staff work throughout the state of Colorado to engage individuals and communities in the design, implementation, and application of scholarship and educational opportunities. The OEE Vice President is the principal administrative, academic, and fiscal officer for the division, reports to the CSU President, and works closely with the Provost/Executive Vice President. OEE includes over 400 employees and operates with a total budget across the enterprises of approximately $85 million. OEE is one of the most institutionally comprehensive commitments to engagement and outreach among all land-grant and other universities. Propelled by OEE’s leadership, nationally CSU is a Carnegie Engaged University (2008, 2014), is a member of the Engagement Scholarship Consortium, is an APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity University (2016) and is highly ranked for its online degree programs. CSU was established in 1870 and remains inspired by its land-grant heritage and world-class faculty, staff, and students. CSU enrolls approximately 33,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, and is the largest employer in northern Colorado with more than 7,400 faculty and staff. Colorado State University is located 60 miles north of Denver in the beautiful city of Fort Collins.
CSU Extension, organized under OEE, is the academic unit designated to promote the land-grant mission of increasing access to education through the application of university knowledge “in the several pursuits and professions in life” for the people and communities of Colorado, across the United States, and around the world. In partnership with CSU’s colleges and external partners, CSU Extension amplifies the research, teaching, service, engagement, and extension missions of CSU. CSU Extension faculty aim to educate, create, and connect with learners through inclusive, transdisciplinary, and activated engaged scholarship, and innovative, accessible, and connected lifelong education. To learn more about CSU Extension, visit www.extension.colostate.edu.
This position is located in Adams County Colorado and primarily will serve its residents as well as those of the City and County of Broomfield. It will also assist other nearby counties as well as with statewide programs. Adams offers the best of suburban and rural life – vibrant cities, quiet towns, and miles of recreation. Located in the Denver metro area, Adams is the state’s 5th largest county serving a population of more than 519,000 residents. Adams County is a fast-growing county, and home to the cities of Arvada, Aurora, Brighton, Commerce City, Federal Heights, Northglenn, Thornton, Westminster, the town of Bennett and unincorporated communities of Henderson, Strasburg, and Watkins. The geographical area of the county is 18 miles by 72 miles. The eastern half of the county is agricultural, primarily cattle and dry land wheat production. Most of the county’s population lives in the western half of the county. The urban rural interface is home to numerous 2-to-40-acre parcels and small farms.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement. Colorado State University encourages professional development and provides an Employee Study Privilege with up to nine credit hours of tuition assistance annually.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement. Colorado State University encourages professional development and provides an Employee Study Privilege with up to nine credit hours of tuition assistance annually.
Tenure/Tenure Track?
No
% Research
40%
% Teaching
40%
% Service
20%
% Administration
0%
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
12/03/2023
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
OEE invites applications and nominations for a Extension County Specialist, Agriculture and Natural Resource Management in Adams County. This is a full-time, twelve (12) month, non-tenure track Extension faculty position. Faculty rank is dependent upon the candidate’s academic credentials and professional experience and is subject to review by the Extension Promotion Committee. The faculty appointment, evaluation, and promotion standards are centered around the three core duties of extension faculty – educate, create, and connect. Candidates are sought with interests that complement and expand upon current initiatives and education activities in OEE and CSU Extension. Specifics about the position here including reporting lines.
The individual in this position works as a member of a team of County and Colorado State University Extension professionals. This individual is an employee of Colorado State University work under the general supervision of the Adams County Extension Director with input for local stakeholders. A successful candidate will bring a focus on agricultural innovation, as well as natural resource conservation and have a track record of creating and executing impactful education programs. They will also understand the issues facing small acreage owners and rural residents of the area, as well as the needs of Adams County’s diverse population.
The individual in this position works as a member of a team of County and Colorado State University Extension professionals. This individual is an employee of Colorado State University work under the general supervision of the Adams County Extension Director with input for local stakeholders. A successful candidate will bring a focus on agricultural innovation, as well as natural resource conservation and have a track record of creating and executing impactful education programs. They will also understand the issues facing small acreage owners and rural residents of the area, as well as the needs of Adams County’s diverse population.
The primary office location for this position is in Brighton, CO. While this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, the individual is expected to maintain a balance of establishing a presence in the primary office, to effectively carry out the duties of the position. The work schedule will vary, and occasional nights and weekend work will be necessary.
A signing bonus of up to $2500 may be considered for successful candidates.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel
Required Job Qualifications
- Completed master’s degree. Degree must be conferred in agriculture, natural resource management or a closely related field.
- 2 years professional experience relevant to the Essential Job Duties (below) of this position.
- Course work and/or professional experience must provide a broad and significant understanding of discipline area associated with position.
- Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
Faculty rank will be determined by candidate’s academic credentials and professional experience (Faculty Rank Supplemental pdf).
Preferred Job Qualifications
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in agriculture in arid climates as demonstrated through application materials.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with small-scale dryland pasture management as demonstrated through application materials.
- Familiarity with small acreage management in arid climates.
- Experience with diagnosis and management of pests, plant nutrient deficiencies, crop fertility, and abiotic stress of field crops.
- Demonstrated experience in consulting on agronomy, soils, irrigation, natural resources, plant insects and disease.
- Ability to communicate effectively through teaching, public speaking/presentations and writing as demonstrated through application materials and experience.
- Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs as demonstrated through application materials.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, all materials must be RECEIVED no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Sunday, December 3, 2023. Please submit the following to apply:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Special Required Documentation – Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable “Required” and “Preferred” Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately.
All applicants will be contacted approximately 15 working days after the deadline regarding their status. Next steps and interview dates will be shared to those moving forward. Four professional references will be requested of applicants that advance in the interview process.
For questions regarding the application process, contact the Office of Equal Opportunity at (970) 491-5836 or email oeo@colostate.edu. For questions regarding the job vacancy, responsibilities, and salary, please contact Eric Hammond at ehammond@adcogov.org.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Diversity Statement
Personal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, service to the profession and/or diversity/inclusion activities.
Search Contact
Eric Hammond at ehammond@adcogov.org
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Educate
Duty/Responsibility
- Develop and conduct educational programming in areas of agriculture and natural resource management in response to local needs.
- Work collaboratively with County and organizational partners to develop, implement, evaluate and report impacts of countywide non-credit educational programming for adult and youth audiences.
- Travel to and participate in professional development, evening and weekend events and periodic activities requiring overnight stays.
- Effectively communicate and coordinate resources, research, and programming with faculty/staff of Colorado State University, Adams County, and other organizations.
- Identify resources (grants, contracts, in-kind contributions, cost recovery fees, etc.) to enhance the program. Manage county, area, state, and grant budget allocations where appropriate.
- Participate in applied research and develop science-based resources that will support sustainable agriculture and other priorities of Adams County, as well as benefit regional audiences.
Percentage Of Time
40%
Job Duty Category
Create
Duty/Responsibility
- Develop curriculum and provide programming for diverse audiences and assure compliance with civil rights and affirmative action policies, including reaching out to underserved and underrepresented audiences.
- Seek out and manage external funding sources to support programming efforts, practice cost recovery.
- Develop and undertake applied research in partnership with local stakeholders and other CSU Extension specialists.
- Develop and execute a plan of work based on local needs.
Percentage Of Time
40%
Job Duty Category
Connect
Duty/Responsibility
- Identify and build collaborations with other agencies and groups (public and private) to identify and address needs in agriculture and natural resources.
- Develop relationships and work with advisory groups and local leaders; cooperate with Extension Specialists in other counties to assess informal education needs in the area, develop/revise plans of work, implement educational strategies, and measure and report programmatic impacts.
- Develop strong working relationships with local Extension staff, CSU faculty, county departments, community leaders, agencies and private industry organizations focused agriculture and natural resources management.
- Seeking out and manage external funding sources to support programming efforts, practice cost recovery.
- Maintain a close working relationship with the Board of County Commissioners, including responding to requests for consultation, research, and other assistance.
Percentage Of Time
20%
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