Extension Assistant Texas A&M AgriLife - 4.1 College Station, TX Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Job Title Extension Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department Soil & Crop Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Responsibilities:

Sample receiving and organization, followed by performance of analysis of samples and recording data. Properly archive analysis, samples and data to retrieve necessary. Maintain order in the lab and ensure that all is kept clean and tidy. Monitor inventory in storage and lab spaces to ensure no stoppage of work occurs. Engage in the development and delivery of extension outreach materials for public consumption. Assists with program and outreach efforts. Produces and or delivers presentations Assists in the initiation of applied research studies, collects, and processes data and generates reports. Other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Soil or Water Science or degree related to natural resources. No prior experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and some basic statistical analysis of data. Knowledge of word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet applications. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Please attach to your completed application: Resume/CV List of Reference with email and daytime phone number(s) Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife? When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents. In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following: Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.