Assistant/Associate Extension Agent (Agriculture & Natural Resources)

The Assistant/Associate Extension Agent (Agriculture & Natural Resources) will provide stakeholders with research-based information and educational opportunities through various delivery methods, including on-farm visits, workshops, and other educational meetings. The agent will also establish advisory committees and disseminate LSU AgCenter recommendations through various channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in agronomy, crop science, soil science, agribusiness, agricultural sciences, pest management, biological sciences, agricultural education, or closely related areas
• Overall GPA of at least 2.5 (all GPA requirements based on a 4.0 system) and a 3.0 for graduate work attempted, if any, or master’s degree with an overall GPA of at least 3.0 or a current GPA of at least 3.0 on at least 12 hours of graduate credit
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with and through others
• Ability to function with minimum supervision
• Master's degree in a field listed above is desired
• Knowledge of public relations and the ability to cope with change are highly desirable characteristics

Benefits

• Retirement
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses)
• University holidays (14 per year)
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System