Recruitment/Posting Title | County Agent III (Assistant Professor) Animal Agriculture - Warren County |
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Department | Agric & Natural Resources |
Salary | Annual Salary |
Posting Summary | Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is searching for a community-engaged scholar to provide county and regional leadership, educational programming, and applied research-based expertise in animal agriculture. This 12-month, 100% Extension-funded tenure-track position, to be housed at the Warren County office of Rutgers Cooperative Extension in Belvidere, NJ, offers an exciting opportunity for developing new strategic and innovative initiatives in commercial agriculture sustainability. Rutgers University and the ANR Department have a strong commitment to attracting diverse faculty and providing excellence in community engagement in accordance with the Rutgers Diversity Strategic Plan () and the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Diversity Plan ); we encourage candidates from diverse, underrepresented communities to apply. Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, this position will provide county and regional leadership and collaboration across working groups, stakeholders, and Extension Departments and Specialists in animal agriculture, specifically small ruminant livestock for commercial producers and new and beginning farmers:
Located in the northwest corner of the state, the County of Warren occupies an area of 364.55 square miles and ranks ninth in area and 19th in population among New Jersey's 21 counties. Within the county is some of the most rugged and scenic terrain found in the state. Fertile valleys have enabled the county to become an important agricultural district in the Garden State. According to the 2017 US Census of Agriculture, Warren County has 918 farms covering nearly 74,000 acres with 70% of 49 acres in size or less. Warren County ranked No. 1 in NJ for agricultural production in Christmas trees and livestock, poultry, and related products; No. 2 statewide in grains; No. 3 in cattle and calves, sheep, and aquaculture; and No. 5 in nursery, greenhouse, floriculture, sod, and hay. Family farms comprise 97% of all farms, with 18% selling directly to consumers. Of the nearly 1,500 producers answering the census, 331 (~22%) identify themselves as new and beginning farmers. Cooperative efforts with Extension Specialists, faculty colleagues, fellow ANR faculty and staff include:
Salary for this position is $87,577.00. ANR faculty are expected to demonstrate excellence in extension practice, teaching, and service. Key duties include assessing local needs to design, implement, and evaluate relevant programs. Additional duties include developing strategies and maximizing the effectiveness of relevant educational programs utilizing a variety of delivery modes in collaboration with community organizations and stakeholders. It is an expectation of RCE leadership that all county-based faculty positively contribute to the successful and collegial operation of the county office. See below for further details. |
Position Status | Full Time |
Posting Number | 23FA0125 |
Posting Open Date | 01/31/2024 |
Posting Close Date | 05/11/2024 |
Minimum Education and Experience |
Candidate must demonstrate excellence in written, oral, interpersonal, and information technology communication skills. The candidate should have a deep understanding of animal agriculture, specifically small ruminant livestock and be able to design and implement a program that responds to commodity and grower strengths, assets, and needs, the results of which would lead to regional and national recognition. There is an expectation for outreach to a diverse population and an inclusive approach to engagement. Position requirements include:
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Certifications/Licenses | A valid New Jersey driver's license, or the ability to obtain one within 9 months of hire, and the ability to successfully complete Rutgers and County of Warren Defensive Driving Courses, and other HR training as required. |
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | Extension Practice:
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Equipment Utilized | Computer Literacy including the Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of current and changing electronic technology. |
Physical Demands and Work Environment | Ability to work nights and weekends as program needs require. Must be able to lift 25 lbs., and travel throughout the county and region to provide on-site programming as needed. Accessibility to RCE and regional colleagues for in-person meetings and collaborations. |
Overview | The Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources serves the residents of New Jersey through the development and dissemination of research-based information. Our goal is to teach people new skills and information so they can make better-informed decisions and changes in themselves, their businesses, and their personal lives. Our work with commercial clientele and governmental agencies is intended to improve public understanding of the relationship between agriculture and open space and the general economic and environmental vitality of the state. Our programs focus on commercial agriculture and horticulture, fisheries and aquaculture, environmental and resource management issues, farm business development and marketing, pesticide safety and training, integrated pest management (IPM), and other related subjects. |
Statement | Rutgers University and the ANR Department have a strong interest in attracting diverse faculty and providing excellence in community engagement in accordance with the Rutgers Diversity Strategic Plan () which is why we encourage candidates from diverse, underrepresented communities to apply. |
Special Instructions to Applicants | Please provide a statement on your understanding and contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion at Rutgers University-SEBS-Rutgers Cooperative Extension (for additional information go to Rutgers University Diversity Plan and the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Diversity Plan (). Here are the instructions for how to write your diversity statement: |
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Campus | Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
Home Location Campus | Off Campus |
City | Belvidere |
State | NJ |
Location Details |
Cooperative Extension of Warren County Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Administration Building, Suite 102 165 County Rd. 519 South Belvidere, NJ 07823-1949 |
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