Program Associate - Irrigation Contest

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Arkansas, US
Not specified
Irrigation water management
Field activities
Data collection and analysis
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Program Associate for its Irrigation Contest, responsible for implementing irrigation programs and conducting field activities related to irrigation water management. The ideal candidate will have a background in agricultural or environmental sciences, with hands-on experience in irrigation systems and data analysis

Job Summary

  • The primary responsibility of this individual will be to implement the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Arkansas Irrigation Yield contest, Irrigation school programs, and county irrigation demonstration programs.
  • Duties include some laboratory but mostly field activities in irrigation water management, including repairing and installing irrigation equipment, planting, harvesting, and spraying crops.
  • The individual will be assisting with the implementation of new and innovative irrigation water management practices on cooperator farms and developing relationships with clientele to help them implement these practices.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Program Associate for its Irrigation Contest, responsible for implementing irrigation programs and conducting field activities related to irrigation water management. The ideal candidate will have a background in agricultural or environmental sciences, with hands-on experience in irrigation systems and data analysis.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Irrigation water management
  • Field activities
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Operate ATV
  • Drive long distances
  • Work on producer farms

Nice-to-have

  • Develop personal relationships
  • Assist clientele
  • Farming familiarity
  • Engine and pump knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in related field
  • Three years of related professional experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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