Extension Assistant/Associate Professor or Professional Practice Extension Assistant Professor [...]

Overview Utah State University Extension invites applications for a 12‑month, full‑time County Extension faculty position in Agriculture and Natural Resources, serving Beaver County with some crossover support to neighboring counties. The position may be filled as tenure‑track (Extension Assistant/Associate Professor) or non‑tenure track (Professional Practice Extension Assistant Professor), depending on academic credentials and experience. The successful candidate will develop, deliver, and evaluate research‑based educational programs that support agricultural producers, strengthen local communities, and enhance quality of life for both youth and adults. Extension faculty also recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders and serve as vital connectors between clientele, community partners, and Utah State University. An office will be provided at the USU Extension office in Beaver, Utah. The anticipated start date is July1,2026. Responsibilities Provide leadership and education in: Livestock production Pasture and rangeland management Insect and weed control General agricultural practices Develop, implement, and evaluate adult agriculture programs. Develop, implement and evaluate 4‑H youth agricultural, including Jr. Livestock and 4‑H Horse Programs. Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders engaged in agriculture and youth development. Build partnerships and use innovative methods to reach new and diverse audiences. Collaborate with USU specialists to design and conduct applied research and deliver research‑based programming. Pursue internal and external funding to support Extension programming. Document impacts and produce scholarly publications related to Extension programming. Manage budgets, personnel, and volunteers. Collaborate with other Extension, university personnel, community organizations, government agencies, and stakeholders such as the Farm Bureau and conservation districts. Work in cooperation with the other county extension staff to provide beneficial programs to the county’s residents. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Professional Practice track : Bachelor’s degree in animal science, range science, agronomy, Extension education, or a closely related agricultural field. Tenure Track: Master’s degree in animal science, range science, agronomy, Extension education, or related field. A master’s degree is required for Extension Assistant/Associate ranks; a bachelor’s degree and substantial professional experience is required for Professional Practice Extension Assistant Professor. Ability to plan, organize and deliver educational programs. Experience teaching adult and youth audiences. Excellent oral and written communication skills (English). Ability to collaborate with federal, state, university, and county partners. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Reliable transportation and a willingness to travel as needed. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in: Range management Beef production, pasture management, and hay production 4‑H youth agriculture programs Skills in: Applied research design and delivery Scholarly writing and publication Grant writing Volunteer recruitment and supervision Using social media in educational outreach Developing online courses Experience working with related community partners, stakeholders and agricultural organizations. Prior experience with the Land‑Grant university system. Advertised Salary 60,000 to 70,000 commensurate with education and rank; plus excellent benefits ADA The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. 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