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North Central United States

Minnesota: St. Paul

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Extension Educator, Agricultural Business Management

Program Area: Extension Center for Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences (EFANS)

Deadline: September 15, 2008; initial application screening will take place after this date.
Open until filled.

Location: St. Paul campus

ABOUT EXTENSION: The University of Minnesota Extension is a major outreach arm of the University of Minnesota, a land grant institution with a mission to serve the public through applied research and education.  The mission of the University of Minnesota Extension is: “Making a difference by connecting community needs and University resources to address critical issues in Minnesota.”

LOCATION OF POSITION: This Extension Educator (EE) - Agricultural Business Management (ABM) position will be housed in the Department of Applied Economics on the St. Paul Campus.  Even though it is located at on the St. Paul campus, the position serves a statewide programming area rather than a single region. 

ABOUT THIS POSITION: The EE-ABM is expected to have a specific focus on renewable energy economics as well as occasionally assisting with other Extension programs in ABM. The EE will bring in-depth expertise to cutting-edge issues, applying his or her expertise to Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences programs and priorities. The EE will employ appropriate educational methods including face-to-face presentations, technology-based means, seminars, workshops, and/or non-credit courses.  The EE is responsible for program development and delivery in cooperation with other Extension and campus-based faculty as well as partners in the agricultural and renewable energy industries, attention to diversity, use of scholarly scientific research, effective partnerships, use of technology and continuing professional development. The EE may occasionally work in collaboration with University faculty and graduate students on applied research. This position is accountable to the Program Leader in Agricultural Business Management for program direction, performance evaluation and personnel actions.

• Develop and deliver a wide-ranging Extension program on renewable energy economics focusing on topics such as: understanding energy markets and their linkages to agricultural commodity markets, energy policy alternatives, renewable energy technologies, community based energy systems, and the role of renewable energy initiatives in addressing concerns about climate change.
• Work on interdisciplinary teams, utilizing existing expertise at the University, to analyze the costs and benefits of existing and newly-emerging renewable energy sources.
• Research regulatory and incentives issues related to energy production and use, as well as the structure and dynamics of energy markets and the energy industry.
• Conduct market research, design, develop, deliver/implement, market, and evaluate educational programs based on scholarly/scientific theory and research and appropriate to their audiences in conjunction with ABM and other Extension teams.
• Garner funds and resources to support educational programs through program fees and other means, as outlined in Extension’s resource development plan and guide.
• Work with and develop programs for new, diverse, and historically underserved audiences.
• Develop and maintain effective state, regional, industry, and university partnerships that further the development and delivery of Extension educational programs.
• Foster and contribute to a positive work climate with colleagues, advisory groups, audiences and partnerships.
• Use appropriate technology for communication, locating information and resources, program design, program delivery, and reporting.
• Assume program leadership for a defined period of time on an identified program, project, or priority, as agreed to by the program leader.
• Assume program support functions such as public relations, organizational marketing, technology applications, or others in collaboration with Extension administration and program team members.
• Collaborate with campus based faculty in conducting scholarly research.
• Continue professional development in scholarship, program development and delivery via conferences, additional graduate work, self-directed study and/or other appropriate means.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
Education:  M.S., M.A., M.Ed., Master of Agriculture, or PhD in agricultural economics, economics, business, education, or related discipline.

Experience: Minimum two years experience in a field related to the position.

Skills/Abilities: Excellent oral and written communication skills; technology-enhanced communication and teaching skills; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders (e.g., policy makers, program participants and industry groups); knowledge of and ability to explain basic tools of economics, financial analysis, and policy analysis appropriate for renewable energy.

Preferred:
Experience: Five or more years’ experience in a field related to the position; experience designing, delivering and evaluating educational programs on topics related to the position; experience designing, conducting, and/or providing an essential role in research projects; experience using technology in educational programming; experience and/or academic specialization related to renewable energy.

Skills/Abilities: Documented knowledge and use of advanced tools of economics, financial analysis, and policy analysis appropriate for renewable energy; commitment to ongoing professional development; ability to articulate public value of educational programs; a working knowledge of project/program management including budget development, with the ability to read and interpret project/program financial statements and plans. Bi-lingual communication skills are also a plus.

BENEFITS/APPOINTMENT:

1. Extension Educator positions have annual University academic professional appointments and Extension academic rank.
2. Promotion in Extension academic rank is required and is contingent upon accomplishments as a Extension Educator.
3. University of Minnesota appointment and benefits. 
4. Reimbursement for travel and subsistence is available in accordance with University policy. (Must provide own means for traveling throughout the state and legally required vehicle insurance.)
5. Salary commensurate with education and experience. 

TO APPLY: Requisition #156834. Please attach your cover letter; resume or vita at https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=74521. Three current letters of reference, and transcripts for all college work (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) are also required to complete your application.  To submit list of professional references on-line; you can attach them to the "references" section of the "optional documents." To submit your unofficial transcripts online; you can attach them to the "Additional Document" section of the "optional documents."

Three current letters of reference and your unofficial transcripts that can not be submitted online should be sent to:

For more information regarding the position and requirements, please contact:

Application Deadline: September 15, 2008; initial application screening will take place after this date. Open until filled.

**To check the status of your application, log-in to the University of Minnesota employment website at https://employment.umn.edu/.  To log-in, you will need the user name and password you create when you apply for the position.

***Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

The University of Minnesota Extension is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

Northeastern United States

Illinois: Bureau, Lee, Logan & Sangamon counties

ILLINOIS FBFM POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Title: Farm Business Farm Management (FBFM) Field Staff

Date Open: Current. Application accepted until a qualified candidate is found.

Qualifications: 2-5 years of experience in field of agriculture after receiving B.S. in agriculture. M.S. degree in Agricultural Economics may be accepted in lieu of experience. A 2.8 (4.0) or better GPA in the last 60 hours of academic work. Must have desire to serve and work with farm operators in business management and accounting.

Employment Status: Employee of local FBFM Association cooperating with the University of Illinois, Department of Agricultural & Consumer Economics, and University of Illinois Extension in offering this farm business analysis program.

Salary: Commensurate with academic and professional experience.

Other Benefits: Retirement, disability, accidental death, life and health plans.

Location in Illinois:

• Bureau and Lee counties, Illinois Valley FBFM Association.
• Logan and Sangamon counties, Sangamon Valley FBFM Association.

Job Responsibilities: Involves farm records supervision and summarization for about 100 farmers, with on-farm consultation in financial management, business analysis, accounting and tax.

Background Information & Applications: Please contact …

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Kentucky: Elizabethtown

UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

TITLE OF POSITION: Area Extension Specialist in Farm Management I

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: This area specialist will be assigned to the Lincoln Trail Farm Analysis Association with the Kentucky Farm Business Management Program (KFBM) in Elizabethtown, KY. The specialist will work with approximately 50 farmer-cooperators for 90% of his/her professional time. The principal responsibility will be providing farm financial record analysis and objective farm management counseling to farmer-cooperators. Under the leadership of the KFBM State Coordinator and in collaboration with other faculty, the specialist will assist in state-wide analysis of farm financial data collected from farmer-cooperators for applied research, enterprise analysis, and other studies.

As an Area Farm Management Specialist, this person will collaborate with other faculty, county agents for agriculture, and farm-related agencies to develop farm management educational programs for farmers who are not members of the Association, (10% of his/her professional time). This could include financial management, tax strategies, farm planning, enterprise analysis, estate planning and other topics, which are based on the lessons learned from the analysis and performance of the farmer-cooperators.

Area Specialists in Farm Management are evaluated on 1) input from Association Board members and farmer-cooperators; 2) the Association's membership and financial viability; 3) effectiveness of the farm management extension programming with county agents and other specialists; 4) coordination of professional work with the KFBM State Coordinator, other Area Farm Management Specialists and the Area Program Director; and 5) collaboration with faculty and staff in the Agricultural Economics Department.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:Experience in this type of work and in farm management applications of micro computers is desirable. Ability to work effectively with farmers and specialists in Agricultural Economics and other subject matter areas is essential.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:A Master's Degree in Agricultural Economics or related field with a major interest in farm management.

LOCATION: Elizabethtown, Kentucky

SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS: Salary open and competitive. University retirement, health and life insurance programs. See http://www.uky.edu/HR/benefits/ for more information.

POSITION AVAILABLE: Application deadline November 6, 2008, or until qualified candidate is found. Apply online by forwarding a vitae, name and address of three professional references, and copy of college transcripts. Apply on line at: http://www.uky.edu/UKjobs/. Search Postings for Farm Management Specialist I.

CONTACT:

The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer. The address of the EEO Coordinator is: Rosemary Veach, S-127 Agricultural Science Center North, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40546-0091

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Kentucky: Hopkinsville

UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

TITLE OF POSITION: Area Extension Specialist in Farm Management III

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: This area specialist will be assigned to the Pennyroyall Farm Analysis Association with the Kentucky Farm Business Management Program (KFBM) in Hopkinsville, KY. The specialist will work with approximately 50 farmer-cooperators for 90% of his/her professional time. The principal responsibility will be providing farm financial record analysis and objective farm management counseling to farmer-cooperators. Under the leadership of the KFBM State Coordinator and in collaboration with other faculty, the specialist will assist in state-wide analysis of farm financial data collected from farmer-cooperators for applied research, enterprise analysis, and other studies.

As an Area Farm Management Specialist, this person will collaborate with other faculty, county agents for agriculture, and farm-related agencies to develop farm management educational programs for farmers who are not members of the Association, (10% of his/her professional time). This could include financial management, tax strategies, farm planning, enterprise analysis, estate planning and other topics, which are based on the lessons learned from the analysis and performance of the farmer-cooperators.

Area Specialists in Farm Management are evaluated on 1) input from Association Board members and farmer-cooperators; 2) the Association's membership and financial viability; 3) effectiveness of the farm management extension programming with county agents and other specialists; 4) coordination of professional work with the KFBM State Coordinator, other Area Farm Management Specialists and the Area Program Director; and 5) collaboration with faculty and staff in the Agricultural Economics Department.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES: A minimum six years experience in this type of work and in farm management applications of micro computers is required. Ability to work effectively with farmers and specialists in Agricultural Economics and other subject matter areas is essential.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:A Master's Degree in Agricultural Economics or related field with a major interest in farm management.

LOCATION: Hopkinsville, Kentucky

SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS: Salary open and competitive. University retirement, health and life insurance programs. See http://www.uky.edu/HR/benefits/ for more information.

POSITION AVAILABLE: Application deadline November 6, 2008, or until qualified candidate is found. Apply online by forwarding a vitae, name and address of three professional references, and copy of college transcripts. Apply on line at: http://www.uky.edu/UKjobs/. Search Postings for Farm Management Specialist III.

CONTACT:

The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer. The address of the EEO Coordinator is: Rosemary Veach, S-127 Agricultural Science Center North, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40546-0091

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South Central United States

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Southeastern United States