Home Horticulture & Commercial Horticulture Extension Agent – West Central Position Available In [Unknown county], Alabama

Home Horticulture & Commercial Horticulture Extension Agent – West Central
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Requisition Number S4422P
Home Org Name AL Cooperative Extension Systems
Division Name AL Cooperative Extension System
Position Title Home Horticulture & Commercial Horticulture Extension Agent – West Central
Job Class Code

CA71A/B/C/D

Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE Limited Term No
Limited Term Length Job Summary Extending knowledge, improving lives! Make an impact in yourmunity and in the lives of Alabamians.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is seeking qualified applications for a Home Horticulture & Commercial Horticulture Extension Agent (EA) to serve the west central region of Alabama. Applicants must be self-directed and able to thrive in a flexible work environment.
This position is an Extension assignment covering multiple counties. The Agent will be housed in one of the County Extension offices located in the region served.

Geographic Area:

West Central Alabama Region (Pickens, Tuscaloosa, Sumter, Greene, Hale, Choctaw, Marengo, Dallas, & Wilcox counties).
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) is the outreach and engagementanization for the land grant mission of AU and Alabama A&M University. It delivers science-basedcational programs in all 67 counties that enable individuals, families, andmunities to improve their quality of life and economic well-being.
Auburn University is more than just an institution; it’s a vibrantmunity w real peoplee together to make a difference. Ourmitment to students, employees,munities, and our world runs deep, and it’s reflected in every corner of our campus and beyond.
Essential Functions The Home Horticulture & Commercial Horticulture Programming Areas is diverse covering agricultural production ofmercial fruits, vegetables, turf, ornamental nursery crops, greenhouse crops, and advising management of these plants in residential landscapes and gardens. Both teams promote safe environments through best management practices and the appropriate use of pest management products. The teams areprised of specialists, coordinators, and extension agents. Home Horticulture & Commercial Horticulture programs support the need for global food security and growing farm profits for experienced and beginning farmers, along withcational support to the ornamental and landscaping industry.
The Extension Agent (EA) will be responsible for the following:
Participate as a member of the Commercial Horticulture Team and develop his/her expertise topliment the team activities as well as providecational leadership to deliver research-based information in the area ofmercial horticulture within their assigned region.
Participate in regional/state grower associations and other stakeholder groups representingmercial horticulture and develop a strong relationship as ancational leader among these entities. Educational programming will be developed independently and collectively based on measurable situational needs assessment for aplishing short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals withinmercial horticulture.
Utilize all available and emerging digital technologies in theircational efforts as well as utilize more traditionalcational methods such as newsletters, news articles, timely information sheets, workshops, group meetings, demonstrations, and farm visits.
Participate in the grant writing process and participate in activities that support applied research/demonstrations beneficial to clientele within their region.
Assist the team leader and administrators in project oue and impact evaluations for digital and face-to-face activities.
Participate in professional development opportunities offered within the System and through professional associations to enhance themselves both professionally and personally within the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact:

Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, ourmunities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence:

We aremitted to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in highercation.
We’re Here for

You:

Auburn offers generous benefits,cational 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 ismitted to fostering an environment w all faculty, staff, and students are weed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of highercation? today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Level 1: Bachelor’s Degree and 0 years of experience.
Level 2: Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of experience or Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience.
Level 3: Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience or Master’s Degree and 6 years of experience.
Level 4: Bachelor’s Degree and 12 years of experience or Master’s Degree and 10 years of experience.

Focus of Education:

Discipline related to extension programming.

Focus of Experience:

Experience implementing, managing, or deliveringcational programs in a relevant discipline, including formal and/or informal teaching methods.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong interest in the technology transfer and transformationalcation missions of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Candidate must have the ability to work with and deliver programming to audiences from a variety ofcational, racial and sociocultural backgrounds.
Candidate should have an understanding of extension work and be highly motivated to report major oues to extension administrators.
Candidates must demonstrate effective written and interpersonalmunication skills, possess the ability to work cooperatively with individuals and groups, and be willing to utilize various forms ofcational program delivery to a diverse clientele. This position requires regular travel to carry out Extension responsibilities, and the successful incumbent must have access to reliable transportation.
Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Plant Science or related field with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
A Master’s degree is preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range $45,030 – $89,890
Job Category Other
Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: TBD
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 04/29/2025
Closing Date 05/13/2025
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