Educational Program Assistant - Farmer Training

Search #: 499377 Work type: Part-time Location: Tolland County Extension Ctr Categories: Administrative Services, Student Programs and Services

UConn Extension, part of the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, seeks 1 part-time (60% FTE / 21 hours per week) New Farmer Training Outreach Assistant to conduct outreach activities directly associated with new farmer training. The Educational Program Assistant 2 will report to the Senior Extension Educator in Food Systems based in the Tolland County Extension Office.

This position will assist with planning and implementing training for new farmer stakeholders delivered through the Solid Ground Farmer Training Program and the Venture Farming Institute Training Project. The position will assist with the delivery of training designed to bolster new farmer readiness and viability, including topics on production, farm business, farmland access, as well as access to grants and capital through established state and federal programs.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the opportunities and challenges facing new farms in Connecticut.

• Provide support with planning and implementing training programs, workshops, and events for targeted farmers, including in-person and virtual formats.
• Participate in weekly Project Team meetings of staff and partners working to deliver new farmer trainings. In this capacity, report to project partners on activities and progress meeting timelines and deliverables.
• Develop and manage a roster of service providers and farmers that will be engaged as trainers.
• Assist in development program evaluation protocols to measure the impact of trainings.
• Use web pages and digital communications to disseminate information to targeted farmers and stakeholders.
• Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Perform related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in plant science or agriculture, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience contributing to the design and delivery of new farmer training programs in Connecticut.
• Experience working with agriculture service providers and programs in Connecticut.
• Experience organizing and facilitating events with small and large groups of adult learners.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communications skills.

• Experience implementing Extension programs.
• Experience owning/operating an agriculture business.
• Experience writing progress reports for federal and state grants.

This is a 60% FTE (21 hours per week) UCPEA end-dated position, expected to end September 2026, with occasional work on weekends and evenings. For more information about the UConn Department of Extension, please refer to our website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: .

Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and an insured vehicle to travel to community-based programs and farms. This position also requires the ability to lift up to 15 pounds, with or without mechanical assistance.

Please apply online at  Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499377 to upload a resume, cover letter, and three (3) professional or work-related references. Your cover letter should address how you meet all of the minimum qualifications.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on January 28, 2026.

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