ANR AGENT, WARREN COUNTY, NJ – SPECIALIZING IN ANIMAL AGRICULTURE (ASSISTANT PROFESSOR EQUIVALENT)
Rutgers
Location: Belvidere, NJ
Application Deadline: 2024-05-11
ANR Agent, Warren County, NJ – Specializing in Animal Agriculture (Assistant Professor equivalent)
Warren County ANR Position
Department Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR)
Salary Based on Union Contract
Posting Summary:
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is searching for a community-engaged scholar to provide leadership, educational programming, and applied research-based information in animal agriculture, with specific emphasis in small-scale agricultural production, small ruminant livestock production, and small flock production. An understanding of production agronomy (including pasture management and field crops) is preferred. This 12-month, 100% Extension, 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.
Rutgers University and the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department have a strong commitment to attracting diverse faculty and providing excellence in community engagement in accordance with the Rutgers Diversity Strategic Plan (https://diversity.rutgers.edu/university-plan) and the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Diversity Plan https://execdeanagriculture.rutgers.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/), which is why 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, and agronomy, specifically for small-scale livestock and commercial agricultural producers:
- Provide leadership for a collaborative, multidisciplinary program.
- Provide leadership for educational and development activities related to livestock production.
- Provide support to commercial producers to improve the sustainability of their industries.
- Provide support for all ANR and RCE in determining research and programmatic needs across the state and will communicate and interact with agricultural clientele to evaluate the needs of the industry.
- Actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through outreach, engagement, and recruitment efforts both internally (colleagues and students) and externally (growers and stakeholders).
Cooperative efforts with Extension Specialists, faculty colleagues, fellow ANR faculty and staff include:
- Development of educational materials, production guides and recommendations, etc.
- Completing on-farm consultations, virtual and in-person meetings, conducting demonstrations, and / or participating in on-going field research.
- Encourage adoption of new technologies and techniques in commercial animal agriculture.
- Collaborate with other researchers at Rutgers and across the region and commodity sectors in multidisciplinary projects.
- In a team approach, strategize and develop multidisciplinary program components, exploring current and future needs of the industry to develop new educational programs and outreach efforts.
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.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extension Practice:
- Coordinate, conduct, and publish the results of applied research related to adoption and practice, meeting current and projected needs
- Explore and implement programs that lead to knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors that will improve the viability of commercial agriculture industries
- Garner external funding to support and expand programmatic outreach, leading to peer recognition
- Document effective changes for the sustainability of animal agricultural industries in NJ
Extension Teaching:
- Create, deliver, and evaluate programs for professional and grower audiences using both direct and indirect methods and a variety of delivery methods.
- Apply community-engaged learning opportunities for students and interns. Responsibilities may include engaging with Rutgers faculty, staff, and students (graduate and undergraduate) to increase opportunities for on-farm research and experiential learning at our research farms. Includes recruitment, training, supervising, and supporting University efforts to expand opportunities for hands-on, real-world experience (field trips, lectures, etc.)
Service
- Contribute to the effective and collegial operation and impact of the assigned Extension office.
- Serve as an information resource to clientele, partners, and Extension colleagues
- Establish productive working relationships with scientists and extension personnel in other states.
- Participate in appropriate ANR Department, Cooperative Extension, and University committees or working groups.
- Actively explore and contribute to opportunities to expand the statewide visibility and impact of Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
- Participate in professional society activities including presenting papers at national and international meetings.
Additionally
- Ability to adapt as circumstances warranted.
- Willingness to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and humility, and ability to share complex information in a manner tailored to the audience.
- Experience working with diverse audiences and communities
- Experience establishing, leading, and/or serving partnerships and coalitions
- Demonstrated computer literacy – Microsoft Office and other Windows software, Zoom, Qualtrics, Microsoft Teams, etc.
- Flexibility – the ability to work daytime, evenings, and weekends, as needed.
- Experience and/or coursework in conducting community needs assessments, grant writing and grant management, and applied research
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 (https://diversity.rutgers.edu/university-plan) which is why we encourage candidates from diverse, underrepresented communities to apply.
Posting Details:
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 https://diversity.rutgers.edu/university-plan and the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Diversity Plan https://execdeanagriculture.rutgers.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/).
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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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