Organic Agriculture Outreach Program Coordinator - Military Veterans

Internal Job Number: P08737UF

Description:

The Organic Agriculture Program is seeking an Organic Agriculture Outreach Program Coordinator. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

This Organic Agriculture Outreach Program Coordinator position is based at the OSU Campus in Corvallis, Oregon and supports the Organic Agriculture Program ( OAP ) in achieving its outreach, extension education, and engagement goals.

The OAP is a collaborative team of Extension Professors of Practice who use a combination of applied research, and Extension outreach and engagement to serve farmers of all scales (small, medium and large) and management strategies, including sustainable, regenerative, organic and conventional farming methods. The OAP has 6 specialists: Soil Management, Grains & Pulses, Pasture & Forages, Seed & Plant Stock, Tree Fruit & Nuts, and Vegetables. The team is located on the Corvallis campus and has statewide responsibilities. The OAP specializes in ecological and organic crop production, and works with any farmer or agricultural professional regardless of their interest in certification by the USDA National Organic Program.

The OAP is part of the Center for Resilient Agriculture & Food Systems ( CRAFS ) in the College of Agricultural Sciences. CRAFS has nine cutting-edge programs related to agriculture and food systems. The OAP Outreach Program Coordinator position reports to the Director of CRAFS .

As a land grant institution committed to teaching, research and outreach and engagement, OSU promotes economic, social, cultural and environmental progress for the people of Oregon, the nation and the world. This position contributes to the mission of the College of Agricultural Sciences, with principal responsibility for needs assessment, Extension program development, delivery, and evaluation, and for supporting applied research that informs Extension activities.

Oregon State University uses learner-centered education methods supported by cognitive science. This individual will work with other OAP faculty to engage clientele using methods that reach audiences with diverse learning styles. This may include farmer-to-farmer learning, demonstration projects, written materials, websites and social media content, videos, focus groups, and individual consulting. These activities will be included in the annual plan of work, impact statements, summary of accomplishments/achievements, and professional development plan.

College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student/learner success by engaging them in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. Positions with primary responsibility for Extension and Engagement are likewise committed to student/learner success through programming appropriate for diverse audiences.

About the division:

The Division of Extension and Engagement (Division) is core to Oregon State University's mission. The Division helps create real solutions and positive impact across Oregon and beyond. The Division is aligned under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Extension and Engagement. To learn more about our Division and its core units and initiatives, please visit our Division website:https://engagement.oregonstate.edu/.

The Division has built the capacity and expectation for employees to use digital communications and technologies in the modern-day workplace. This reflects our demonstrable commitment to using digital communications tools and changing technologies as a primary way to raise Oregonians' awareness of and engagement with our organization, programs and resources.

Commitment to inclusive excellence:

Oregon State University is committed to creating and maintaining compassionate and inclusive learning and working environments for all learners, visitors and employees. We envision collaborative community environments that enhance civility and embrace diversity. All employees are responsible for achieving this commitment. This commitment includes, but is not limited to, complying with Civil Rights and Language/Visual Access regulations. In addition, this individual will design, develop, maintain and/or carry out Extension programs to ensure that educational programs and outreach activities serve diverse populations, including those that have been historically marginalized/excluded from participation.

OSU Division of Extension and Engagement's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion https://extension.oregonstate.edu/about/diversity-equity-inclusion

OSU Moving Forward Together

https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/president/moving-forward-together

Minimum Qualifications (Staff) / Guidelines (Faculty):

Typically requires Bachelor's Degree in field relevant to program focus. May require certification or licensure as appropriate to the position.

Requirements :

Bachelor's degree with academic studies directly related to horticulture, agriculture, botany, entomology, plant pathology, or a related field.

Demonstrated teaching (formal and/or informal) skills that are appropriate for adult learners and volunteers.

Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including the effective use electronic and social media.

Commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Demonstrated ability to work as a team member with other professionals and volunteers.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate groups and to plan, organize, evaluate, manage, and delegate details associated with program management

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and evidence of good time management skills

Must have or be able to obtain an Oregon Department of Agriculture Pesticide Consultant License within six months of employment and maintain the license throughout employment

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Type:

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Ability to lift, carry and transport equipment and materials up to 40 lbs.

Travel is required to provide educational programming and services throughout the state of Oregon.

Additional Salary Information: $52,000 - $65,000