The Extension Agent is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating an outcome-based program addressing issues and opportunities identified in Stanly and Anson Counties. The agent in this position must have technical competence in field crops and in the delivery of formal and non-formal education programs, develop and work with stakeholder-based committees that provide direction for Extension programs; work with community organizations to effectively link Extension with local resources and clients; and effectively recruit, train, and manage volunteers to expand outreach efforts.

This position is based in Stanly County.

The agent will be responsible for providing leadership in in planning, implementing, evaluating, and marketing educational programs and activities with measurable impacts in the areas of field crop production. Programs will address current and future agricultural production, natural resource issues, challenges including alternative farm enterprises, and business management.

The person selected for this position will be responsible for educational programming and technical assistance related to all phases of field crop production.

The person selected for this position will also be able to conduct on-farm research with producers in Anson and Stanly County.

For more information and to apply for this position go to Area Agent, Field Crops.