Farm Management Outreach Specialist
Madison, WI Remote
$70,000 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
The UW-Madison Division of Extension is hiring a new Farm Management Outreach Specialist position, designed to incorporate research findings into outreach to agricultural producers and agribusiness professionals across the state, to address the most pressing farm management issues facing Wisconsin farmers. This position is a part of the Agriculture Institute's Farm Management Pr ogram and will work with Extension colleagues to increase the reach and impact of farm management educational outreach programs. Multiple economic and social factors impact Wisconsin agriculture and the financial viability of farm businesses. This position will support the development, delivery, and evaluation of programs for farmers and agribusiness professionals to help inform decisions for profitable, healthy farm businesses. Division of Extension, Agriculture Institute, Farm Management Program is hiring for a Farm Management Outreach Specialist.
What you'll bring
- Applicants are required to: Have a valid drivers license and a reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or comply with requirements for UW-Madison vehicle use authorization.
- Three or more years of relevant professional experience;
- Demonstrated skills in interpreting, utilizing, and applying evidence-based information and research findings
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, through a variety of technologies
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
- Bachelor's degree in a field related to farm management, agricultural business, agricultural economics, agronomy, crop or soil sciences, dairy or livestock production, agricultural education, rural development or other related field
- You must upload all your documents in the attachment fiel d.
- Education or experience with agricultural economics, strategic business management, business development, including farm financial management and analysis, business succession, and transition.
- Strong interpersonal relationships and problem-solving skills in a team setting
- Demonstrated experience with building diverse, collaborative partnerships
- Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific materials in written and verbal forms for a variety of lay and other audiences
- Master's degree in a field related to farm management, agricultural business, agricultural economics, agronomy, crop or soil sciences, dairy or livestock production, agricultural education, rural development or other related field