North Carolina State University

The department’s mission is to develop future leaders in crop, soil, and environmental sciences, improve crop plants and products, devise effective and sustainable crop production systems, devise effective and sustainable soil management techniques in both agriculture and urban settings; and disseminate crop, soil, and environmental science knowledge for the benefit of users and producers of food, feed turf, biofuels and fiber in North Carolina, the nation and the world.. in all sectors of turfgrass including, but not limited to, golf courses, sod production, residential and commercial lawns, and athletic fields.. This is a ‘bridge’ position that will ensure that research in the turfgrass area is focused on areas of practical importance and that research results are transferred to county extension agents, industry practitioners, and the public.. M.S. in Crop Science/Turfgrass Management.. Experience in turfgrass field research with warm- and cool-season turfgrass species, with an emphasis on integrated pest management strategies and assessment of environmental impacts on turfgrass systems.

extension associate

Posting Information
Posting Number
PG193252EP


Internal Recruitment
No


Working Title
Turf Grass Extension Associate


Anticipated Hiring Range
$62,000 - $66,000


Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm


Job Location
Raleigh or Wilmington, NC


Department
Crop and Soil Sciences


About the Department
The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences encompasses diverse disciplines in research extension and teaching. The department’s mission is to develop future leaders in crop, soil, and environmental sciences, improve crop plants and products, devise effective and sustainable crop production systems, devise effective and sustainable soil management techniques in both agriculture and urban settings; and disseminate crop, soil, and environmental science knowledge for the benefit of users and producers of food, feed turf, biofuels and fiber in North Carolina, the nation and the world.


Essential Job Duties
This position will coordinate turfgrass extension and field research activities in eastern North Carolina and support the statewide extension turfgrass program.

Primary duties include:
Providing leadership in the design and implementation of educational programs and the dissemination of outreach information on advanced turfgrass management techniques that are effective and environmentally sustainable.
Working with and supporting university faculty to identify high-priority research areas, and subsequently establish and evaluate field research experiments and interpret results.


This position is expected to support (presenting, organizing the program, coordinating logistics, securing speakers, etc.) turfgrass outreach events such as field days, regional conferences, etc. in all sectors of turfgrass including, but not limited to, golf courses, sod production, residential and commercial lawns, and athletic fields. This is a ‘bridge’ position that will ensure that research in the turfgrass area is focused on areas of practical importance and that research results are transferred to county extension agents, industry practitioners, and the public.

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Other Responsibilities
This person will be expected to attend professional meetings at the regional, state, and national levels to maintain updated knowledge of emerging turfgrass management strategies and contribute presentations on the experimental results being generated in eastern NC field research programs.


Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
M.S. in Crop Science/Turfgrass Management.
Experience with extension and research in turfgrass systems.


Other Required Qualifications
Ability to interact with professionals from many disciplines, including county extension agents, industry professionals, and university faculty.
Experience in turfgrass field research with warm- and cool-season turfgrass species, with an emphasis on integrated pest management strategies and assessment of environmental impacts on turfgrass systems.


Preferred Qualifications
N/A


Required License(s) or Certification(s)
Valid driver’s license required.
Valid NC Driver’s License within 60 days of hire, must be maintained throughout employment.


Valid NC Driver's License required
Yes


Commercial Driver's License required
No


Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
02/27/2024


Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled


Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references.


Position Details
Position Number
00065264


Position Type
EHRA Non-Faculty


Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0


Appointment
12 Month Recurring


Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather


Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event


Department ID
110901 - Crop and Soil Sciences


AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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