Agriculture Issue Leader- Ithaca, Ny

Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Jefferson County

Ithaca, NY, US
Base: $72,000 + commensurate on experience; bonus/...
Master's degree in agricultural related field
4 years experience in program development
Grant writing and grant management experience
The position provides in-depth program leadership for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of agriculture and horticulture programs

Job Summary

  • The position provides in-depth program leadership for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of agriculture and horticulture programs.
  • The role requires securing program funds through significant grant writing and managing resources to support community economic development.
  • Employees receive excellent benefits including NYS Health Insurance, Retirement, and a hiring rate beginning at $72,000+.

Matching Summary

The position provides in-depth program leadership for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of agriculture and horticulture programs.

Salary

Base: $72,000+ commensurate on experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Vacation, Sick time, NYS Health/Dental, Retirement, Long-term Disability

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Agricultural related field
  • 4 years experience in program development
  • Grant writing and grant management experience
  • Stakeholder engagement and consensus building
  • Staff supervision and volunteer management

Nice-to-have

  • PhD in relevant field substitutes for experience
  • Strategic planning process training
  • Diversity and inclusion training experience
  • Research methodology coursework
  • Outcome-based program delivery training

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Agricultural related field
  • At least 4 years related experience
  • Significant grant writing experience
  • Ability to meet background check standards
  • Willingness to work flexible hours

Work Rights

Not specified

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