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Summary
Salary Range: USD $46,380.00/Yr. - USD $76,520.00/Yr.
Locations: Tuscumbia, Alabama
Categories: Outreach & Extension
Job Type: Non-Faculty
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: AL Cooperative Extension Systems
Associated Division: AL Cooperative Extension System
Req ID: 8367
Overview
This position is located in Northwest, Alabama
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is seeking qualified applicants for an Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources Extension Agent – Northwest Region of Alabama .
This position is a 100% Extension assignment covering ten counties. The Agent will be housed in either Winston, Walker, or Lawrence County.
Program Priority Area : Forestry, Wildlife and Natural Resources
Geographic Area of Responsibility : Northwest Alabama Region (Lauderdale, Limestone, Colbert, Lawrence, Morgan, Franklin, Marion, Winston, Walker, Fayette, and Lamar Counties)
Responsibilities
The Extension Agent will be expected to:
• Proactively develop a regional technology transfer program through meetings, workshops, publications, web sites, and other outreach techniques to provide forestry, wildlife and natural resources related information to landowners, professionals, and the general public.
• Be part of a state-wide Extension Priority Program Team and be expected to participate as a team member to plan, promote, and execute team programs as well as participate in team training opportunities.
• Utilize all available/emerging technologies in their educational efforts as well as more traditional methods such as newsletters, news articles, workshops/group meetings, demonstrations and farm/home visits.
• Participate in writing grants and participate in activities that support applied research/demonstrations beneficial to clientele. Participating in regional and state FWNR associations, and other groups representing FWNR, is important for the EA to develop a reputation as an educational leader with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
• Assist team leader and administrators in project outcome and impact evaluations.
Team Description : Extension Agent's (EA's), Urban Extension Agent's (UEA's), County Extension Directors (CEDs), and Specialists form the core of Extension teams.
• Participate as a cohesive team member working with local clientele, advisory groups, volunteers, and other interested parties to determine regional needs for program outreach.
• Partner with other EA's and CEDs to provide educational leadership in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reporting programs conducted in the region.
Qualifications
Level I: Bachelor's degree and 0 years of experience.
Level II: Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience or Master's degree and 2 years of experience.
Scope of Experience :
Implementing, managing, or delivering educational programs in a relevant discipline, including formal and/or informal teaching methods.
Desired Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Forestry or Wildlife Management with a minimum GPA of 2.75, or a Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum GPA of 2.75 and at least two years of experience.
Master's degree is preferred and does not require experience to apply.
Contract Type
Continuing
Why Work at Auburn?
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
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Expression: 'It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website ( to learn more.'
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Job Description
Salary Range: USD $46,380.00/Yr. - USD $76,520.00/Yr.
Locations: Tuscumbia, Alabama
Categories: Outreach & Extension
Job Type: Non-Faculty
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: AL Cooperative Extension Systems
Associated Division: AL Cooperative Extension System
Req ID: 8367
Overview
This position is located in Northwest, Alabama
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is seeking qualified applicants for an Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources Extension Agent – Northwest Region of Alabama .
This position is a 100% Extension assignment covering ten counties. The Agent will be housed in either Winston, Walker, or Lawrence County.
Program Priority Area : Forestry, Wildlife and Natural Resources
Geographic Area of Responsibility : Northwest Alabama Region (Lauderdale, Limestone, Colbert, Lawrence, Morgan, Franklin, Marion, Winston, Walker, Fayette, and Lamar Counties)
Responsibilities
The Extension Agent will be expected to:
• Proactively develop a regional technology transfer program through meetings, workshops, publications, web sites, and other outreach techniques to provide forestry, wildlife and natural resources related information to landowners, professionals, and the general public.
• Be part of a state-wide Extension Priority Program Team and be expected to participate as a team member to plan, promote, and execute team programs as well as participate in team training opportunities.
• Utilize all available/emerging technologies in their educational efforts as well as more traditional methods such as newsletters, news articles, workshops/group meetings, demonstrations and farm/home visits.
• Participate in writing grants and participate in activities that support applied research/demonstrations beneficial to clientele. Participating in regional and state FWNR associations, and other groups representing FWNR, is important for the EA to develop a reputation as an educational leader with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
• Assist team leader and administrators in project outcome and impact evaluations.
Team Description : Extension Agent's (EA's), Urban Extension Agent's (UEA's), County Extension Directors (CEDs), and Specialists form the core of Extension teams.
• Participate as a cohesive team member working with local clientele, advisory groups, volunteers, and other interested parties to determine regional needs for program outreach.
• Partner with other EA's and CEDs to provide educational leadership in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reporting programs conducted in the region.
Qualifications
Level I: Bachelor's degree and 0 years of experience.
Level II: Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience or Master's degree and 2 years of experience.
Scope of Experience :
Implementing, managing, or delivering educational programs in a relevant discipline, including formal and/or informal teaching methods.
Desired Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Forestry or Wildlife Management with a minimum GPA of 2.75, or a Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum GPA of 2.75 and at least two years of experience.
Master's degree is preferred and does not require experience to apply.
Contract Type
Continuing
Why Work at Auburn?
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
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Expression: 'It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website ( to learn more.'
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