Community Outreach Professional I (Phoenix, AZ)

Community Outreach Professional I (Phoenix, AZ) Posting Number req26226 Department Ctr Urban Smart Agriculture Department Website Link https://extension.arizona.edu/center-urban-smart-agriculture Location Greater Phoenix Area Address Phoenix, AZ USA Position Highlights This position supports the implementation, coordination, and reporting of externally funded projects at the University of Arizona Center for Urban Smart Agriculture. Detailed instruction is provided and work is reviewed for accuracy. This position helps to ensure that grant objectives, timelines, and deliverables are met, and to support research, education, and community outreach initiatives focused on urban agriculture, smart farming technologies, and resilient food production systems. The Program Coordinator collaborates with the Center Director, Manager, faculty, and staff to support the Center's mission and associated grant execution and compliance. The University of Arizona Center for Urban Smart Agriculture advances research, education, and community engagement to promote innovative, equitable, and sustainable urban food systems across Arizona and beyond. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of

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tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here . Duties & Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Director, assist with coordinating day-to-day activities for one or more grant-funded projects, ensuring alignment with approved scopes of work, timelines, and deliverables. Assist and support in planning and implementation of grant-funded workshops, trainings, demonstrations, field days, and outreach events. May serve as the main point of contact for coordination among principal investigators, project staff, industry partners, and community stakeholders. Under supervision, assist with tracking project milestones, activities, and outcomes to document progress and grant reporting. Help to collect, organize, and summarize qualitative and quantitative data for evaluation, impact assessment, and funding reports. Maintain accurate project documentation and records in compliance with sponsor and University requirements. Under supervision, assist with efforts to secure competitive funds, including grant-writing, budgeting, and reporting with assistance and input from the Center faculty and staff. Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement of grant-funded programming. Creatively apply own knowledge, skills, and experience to establish contacts, professional relationship and build collaborations with other agencies and organization to further the mission of the Center locally and nationally in collaboration with the faculty and other staff. Assist with budget monitoring, purchasing, invoicing, reimbursements, and financial tracking in coordination with Center and administrative staff. Support development of grant-related materials, including reports, presentations, outreach products, and communications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Ability to communicate effectively with different groups/individuals. Knowledge of arid and semi-arid agriculture production. Ability to coordinate programs or projects, preferably in a grant-funded, academic, nonprofit, or government setting. Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required. Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy . Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in agriculture, environmental science, sustainability, or a related field. Experience working on externally funded grants, with experience in data collection, program evaluation, or reporting to funders. Previous work with urban agriculture, smart agriculture technologies, food production systems, sustainability, or Extension programs. FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Outreach and Community Engagement Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $20.33 - $25.41 Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 5 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator . Career Stream and Level PC1 Job Family Cmty Outreach Job Function Outreach & Community Engage Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Ayman Mostafa, Director Maricopa County ayman@arizona.edu Open Date 6/10/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu. © 2024 The Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of The University of Arizona Equal Opportunity Employer Vets/Disabled