Temporary Veteran Agricultural Services Support Specialist

Job Overview The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) seeks a Veteran Agricultural Services Support Specialist to strengthen and expand apprenticeship opportunities for military veterans pursuing educational opportunities in sustainable agriculture and food systems. This position provides direct support to veterans enrolled in registered apprenticeship programs, assists with veteran recruitment, program administration, and helps coordinate services between veterans, farmers, and CEFS staff. In addition, the Specialist will evaluate the feasibility of creating a pre‑apprenticeship program that is also a Skillbridge program. The Specialist will serve as a consistent point of contact for veterans, providing guidance, troubleshooting, and resource navigation to ensure program success and compliance with GI Bill and DoD SkillBridge requirements. Key Responsibilities Veteran Support & Advising Serve as a primary point of contact for veterans in CEFS apprenticeship and pre‑apprenticeship programs. Conduct regular check‑ins with veterans to track progress, troubleshoot issues, and connect participants with resources. Assist veterans with navigating GI Bill and VA education benefits, including Post‑9/11 and VR&E paperwork. Support veterans in identifying career goals, professional development opportunities, and post‑apprenticeship pathways. Farmer & Host Site Support Conduct check‑ins with farmer mentors to assess site needs, ensure compliance, and identify opportunities for additional support. Provide technical and administrative assistance to farmer mentors to strengthen program quality. Program Administration & Compliance Manage registration and administrative requirements for Department of Defense SkillBridge pre‑apprenticeships. Maintain records for GI Bill, VA, and apprenticeship compliance reporting. Assist with stipend calculations, tool orders, and other program logistics as needed. Recruitment & Outreach Recruit veterans into CEFS apprenticeship and pre‑apprenticeship programs through outreach, partnerships, and events. Represent CEFS at veteran‑focused events, agricultural conferences, and career fairs. Program Development & Team Support Participate in apprenticeship strategy, evaluation, agricultural education, and Career Pathways Initiative meetings. Assist with planning and coordinating program events and workshops for veterans. Contribute to grant applications, reporting, and program evaluation as needed. Wolfpack Perks and Benefits Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs to support a thriving community Job Details Location: Beltsville, MD Department: CEFS Classification Title: Temporary‑Technical/Paraprofessional Working Title: Temporary Veteran Agricultural Services Support Specialist Work Schedule: 10‑15 hours per week Compensation: $37 per hour Qualifications MS degree in agriculture and/or agriculture education and at least 10 years experience working with veterans and at least 5 years of agricultural education experience. Experience working with veterans, military‑connected populations, and agricultural education/training programs. Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to build rapport with diverse participants and partners. Familiarity and experience working with veteran benefit programs (e.g., GI Bill, SkillBridge, VR&E). Preferred: Experience in sustainable agriculture, farm business management, or agricultural workforce development; grant administration; event planning; multi‑stakeholder program coordination. Valid driver’s license. Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr NC State University