JOB TITLE:  Extension Specialist - Horticulture

JOB CODE NUMBER:  120561

DEPARTMENT:         Cooperative Extension Service

ASSIGNMENT:          Under the direction of the Assistant Director for the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Program, the successful candidate will provide advanced technical assistance to the community in the areas of horticulture, micro-irrigation, sustainable agriculture, integrated pest management, farm safety and other related areas.  The candidate will also work independently to apply scientific theories, principles and methods to solve practical problems; plan and conduct outreach programs to the community; prepare written monthly accomplishment reports; write grant applications and reports; research and write fact sheets, pamphlets, and articles on agriculture and perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in horticulture or related field;

• Considerable knowledge and experience in tropical fruits and vegetables, sustainable agriculture, integrated pest management, micro-irrigation, and other related areas;

• Knowledge of extension service policies and guidelines, federal grants and University policies and procedures;

• Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems, write technical reports/correspondence and make oral presentations to large groups;

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills;

• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others;

• Must have a high degree of motivation, maturity and the ability to serve a diverse educational and cultural public constituency.

COMPENSATION:    The salary for this position is $30,587 to $43,079 for the administrative year depending on experience and qualifications.  Benefits include two retirement plans and a group medical, dental, and life insurance program.

TRAVEL AND

SHIPPING:                 If applicable, economy jet fare to St. Thomas for appointee and immediate family and shipping allowance of up to $1,250 will be paid by the University upon presentation of receipts.

APPLICATION

PROCEDURES:        In order to be considered please submit an employment application, cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, official college transcript(s) and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Human Resources Department, University of the Virgin Islands, #2 John Brewers Bay, St. Thomas, VI 00802-9990 or email at hrweb@uvi.edu.

APPLICATION

DEADLINE:                Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

 When applying for this position, the job title and job code number must be included on your résumé.