Extension Agent – Agriculture and 4-H – Dawson County
Montana State University
Position Details
Position Information
| Announcement Number | FAC – VA – 23017 |
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| For questions regarding this position, please contact: | Larry Brence at 406-874-8236 or [email protected] |
| Classification Title | Extension Agent |
| Working Title | Extension Agent – Agriculture and 4-H – Dawson County |
| Brief Position Overview | The primary duty for County Extension Faculty is to assess local community needs, then to develop, implement, and evaluate Extension programming to meet those needs. The main emphases of the Dawson County Extension Agent position will be in the areas of Agriculture and 4-H/Youth Development with secondary responsibilities in the areas of Community Development and Family and Consumer science. The office is also staffed by a full-time administrative assistant. |
| Faculty Tenure Track | Yes |
| Faculty Rank | Up to Professor |
| Position Number | 4B3497 |
| Department | Extension Agents/Field |
| Division | Extension |
| Appointment Type | Faculty |
| Contract Term | Fiscal Year |
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| Union Affiliation | Exempt from Collective Bargaining |
| FTE | 1.0 |
| Benefits Eligible | Eligible |
| Salary | MSU Extension is committed to equitable salaries. Beginning salaries are determined by an analysis of education and previous experience. Minimum base salary with Bachelor’s degree is $42,000. Minimum base salary with Master’s degree is $49,000. |
| Contract Type | MUS |
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| Recruitment Type | Open |
Position Details
| General Statement | Dawson County is located in Eastern Montana and is dissected by the Yellowstone River. The county is approximately 2,358 square miles with 458,000 acres in cropland and 1,420,000 acres in rangeland. Primary crops grown in the county are dryland wheat and pulse crops with irrigated crops including corn, alfalfa, and small grains. Livestock enterprises are mainly cow/calf along with few sheep operations and some cattle feeding. The Dawson County 4-H program features 61 youth members, 23 leaders, and 5 active clubs. The population of Dawson County is approximately 8680 including Glendive, the county seat, which has a population of approximately 5100 with an additional 2000 people living just outside the city limits. Other towns in the county include Richey, Bloomfield and Lindsay. K-12 Education is available in Glendive and Richey, and Glendive is home to Dawson Community College. K – 8 is available in Lindsay and Bloomfield and Deer Creek elementary offers K – 6. The Glendive Medical Center offers a wide array of medical services. The area offers a variety of recreational opportunities including hunting, fishing, boating, and paddlefishing in the spring. Makoshika State Park, a badlands scenic area, is only minutes away from downtown Glendive. We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals, foster and maintain effective interpersonal relationships, exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of students and the mission of Montana State University. |
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| Duties and Responsibilities |
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| Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills |
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| Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills |
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| The Successful Candidate Will | The successful candidate will possess excellent human relation skills; a high level of professionalism; the ability to work effectively with other staff members; evidence of good judgment; flexibility and innovation to respond to changing needs of people in [Name of County]; and will be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. The successful candidate will also have a familiarity with multi-cultural and different socioeconomic audiences, an interest in working with people from diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to the principles of diversity. Dedication to supporting and enhancing Montana State University’s initiative for diversity, equity and inclusiveness. |
| Position Special Requirements/Additional Information | This position, if filled at the Master’s degree level, will be tenure-track. A successful candidate without a Master’s degree will be required to complete their Master’s degree, in a program area relevant to their Extension position, within six (6) years of their start date. Failure to do so may result in termination. Must possess currently or be eligible to obtain a valid State of Montana Driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record (less than 12 points), or have other reliable means of transportation. Must have access to a vehicle to use for work (mileage will be reimbursed), and have minimum vehicle liability insurance. Do NOT send a copy of the driver’s license. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. |
| Physical Demands | To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. |
| The Program | The scholarship of Extension work at MSU is defined as, “The creation of partnerships, programs, and plans through Extension, or other community-based research, that leverage the knowledge and resources of the university and the public/private sector to enhance learning, discovery, and engagement; educate and engage citizens; strengthen communities; address locally identified issues and problems; apply and disseminate knowledge; and contribute to the public good.” |
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Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | Upon completion of a successful search |
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| Applications will be: | Screening of applications will begin on November 1, 2022; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. |
| Special Instructions | Please note – for this position – Five (5) references have been requested. |
| Diversity Statement |
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html . In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html . MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/policy/discrimination/index.html . |
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