Pesticide Safety Education Program; PSEP
Listed on 2026-01-23
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Education / Teaching
Public Health, Health Educator, Academic
Job Title
Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP)
Posting NumberF2589P
DepartmentCAES-Entomology
Posting TypeExternal
Employment TypeEmployee
Benefits EligibilityBenefits Eligible
Anticipated Start Date03/02/2026
Job Posting Date12/03/2025
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants should submit a letter of application, a detailed curriculum vitae (up to 25 pages), and contact information for three references. Complete applications received by January 10, 2026 will be assured of full consideration.
LocationAthens Area
EEO StatementThe University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).
Classification TitlePublic Service Professional AC
Faculty RankOpen Rank
Contract TypeFiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure StatusNon‑Tenure Track
Minimum QualificationsMS in entomology, a related life science field, or agricultural education/communication.
Position SummaryThe Department of Entomology ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full‑time Public Service Assistant/Associate (non‑tenure‑track, 12‑month) to direct the Pesticide Use and Safety Program () for the state of Georgia. The position is budgeted at 95% Service and 5% Research. The Department seeks highly qualified candidates to build interdisciplinary educational programs in pesticide use and safety and worker protection standards.
Relevant/PreferredEducation, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
MS required but PhD strongly preferred in entomology, a related life science field or agricultural education/communication. One to two years’ experience overseeing similar programs is also highly desirable.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or CompetenciesThe successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, evidence of an interdisciplinary background, outstanding organizational skills, and knowledge about worker protection standards and pesticide safety.
Duties/Responsibilities- Serve as the state Pesticide Safety Educational Program (PSEP) coordinator, including possible involvement in grants supporting the department’s educational mission.
- Develop, deliver, and oversee pesticide education and safety training.
- Act as departmental liaison to provide college‑wide Pesticide Safety Training for graduate research assistants and staff in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.
- Develop, deliver, and oversee Worker Protection Standards Training.
- Work with county agents and specialists to develop worker protection training modules and videos.
- Travel independently across the state; proficient driving required.
Percentage of time: 100%
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