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(region names highlighted in yellow have positions available.) Elizabethtown, KY UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT TITLE OF POSITION: Farm Management Specialist I POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: This area specialist will be assigned to the Kentucky Farm Business Management Program (KFBM) to 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. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: A Master’s Degree in Agricultural Economics or related field with a major interest in farm management. 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. Approval of applicant by the Board of Directors of the local Farm Analysis Association is required. SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS: Salary open and competitive. University retirement, health and life insurance program. POSITION AVAILABLE: Application deadline August 29, 2010, or until qualified candidate is found. Apply 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/ 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. Date Posted: 7/22/10
Watertown, NY Job Title: Farm Business Management Resource Educator Location: Cornell Cooperative Extension Jefferson County (Watertown, NY) Position Description: Serve as an Association educator of Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County. In this position, develop, disseminate and encourage the application of research-generated knowledge and leadership techniques to individuals, families, and communities. Responsible for developing, planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs in farm business management in commercial agriculture for farmers and agricultural business development in Jefferson County and Northern New York. Program Responsibilities: Responsibilities include farm business planning and financial management, labor management, tax management, estate planning, marketing, business development, and other related efforts. Provide individual on-farm consultations, demonstrations, newsletters, and educational meetings to aid agricultural producers and agribusiness to help keep up with current technologies and developments. Work with Association colleagues and committees for the development of a comprehensive Association program under the direction of the Executive Director and the supervision and coordination of the Agriculture and Natural Resources Program Leader. Maintain relations with and support activities of cooperating agencies including the Department of Agriculture and Markets, County Planning, Production Credit and other financial and business organizations as necessary. Program evaluation, accountability and reporting are integral responsibilities of this position. Participate in cross programming with the non-agricultural programs and issue areas as appropriate. This position is responsible for carrying out other professional duties as assigned to fulfill the policies and priorities of the Association. This position will include multi-county responsibilities. Must represent Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County to the general public, community leaders and government officials in a professional manner. Ensure that the educational programs reflect the diversity of people in Jefferson County and that they conform to the objectives and mission of this Association and Cornell Cooperative Extension. See http://cce.cornell.edu/learnAbout/Pages/pa512.aspx for complete PD. Qualifications: MS degree in agricultural economics, farm business management or related field plus experience required. Applications will be reviewed beginning on 4/12/2010, or until an acceptable pool of applicants has been identified. Send letter of intent, resume, and transcripts to: **Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply. EOE. FOR MORE INFORMATION:Please visit www.cce.cornell.edu. Date Posted: 4/21/10
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