Base: $45,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Operate and maintain farm equipment
Conduct agricultural research trials
Collect and organize field data
The Extension Assistant Specialist will support the mission of the School of Agriculture by assisting with research and outreach at the Agriculture Demonstration Outreach Center in Marianna, Arkansas
Job Summary
The Extension Assistant Specialist will support the mission of the School of Agriculture by assisting with research and outreach at the Agriculture Demonstration Outreach Center in Marianna, Arkansas.
This role requires operating modern farm machinery, maintaining research plots, and delivering hands-on education to producers and community groups.
Candidates must have a degree in agriculture or a related field and possess 2-3 years of experience in agricultural operations or extension education.
Matching Summary
The Extension Assistant Specialist will support the mission of the School of Agriculture by assisting with research and outreach at the Agriculture Demonstration Outreach Center in Marianna, Arkansas.
Salary
Base: $45,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible for benefits
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
operate and maintain farm equipment
conduct agricultural research trials
collect and organize field data
deliver educational workshops
perform physical fieldwork tasks
Nice-to-have
experience with diverse rural communities
strong verbal and written communication
ability to multitask in active environments
developing agricultural education materials
building positive stakeholder relationships
Key Requirements
Degree in agriculture or closely related field
Minimum 2-3 years agriculture-related experience
Proof of legal authority to work in US
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States