Associate Extension Agent, Agriculture & Natural Resources - Culpeper

Job Description

This position is located in the Northern Piedmont region of Virginia and is based in the VCE Culpeper Unit Extension office. The agent will have a primary focus in agronomy for all five counties in Planning District 9 including Culpeper, Rappahannock, Fauquier, Madison, and Orange. In addition, the new hire will serve clientele and collaborate with neighboring agents in the areas of beef, sheep, goat, and equine production;

on agricultural profitability and management, forages, new and beginning farmer education, pesticide safety education and related topics. Culpeper County based Extension agents are expected to collaborate with and support the ongoing development of the George Washington Carver Agricultural Research Center (GWCARC).

The Extension Agent provides current research-based information to citizens by employing various delivery methods targeted to broad audiences; works closely with producers, agri-business, community leaders, Extension Leadership Councils and appropriate agents and specialists to identify and prioritize issues, problems, and opportunities. The agent uses farm and business visits to remain knowledgeable of specific local needs and problems related to agricultural production, marketing, and environmental protection.

The agent fosters communication among agricultural producers, marketers, processors, and consumers. The Agent will provide advice, resources, and secure expertise, when necessary, in public policy as it applies to agricultural operations. The Agent will maintain a high level of proficiency in subject matter field by participating in in-service training and professional activities. The Agent will work closely with citizens and local, state, and federal officials to aid Virginia in preparing and responding to natural or other emergencies and disasters.

Extension Agents demonstrate flexibility and adaptability; a team-oriented mindset, yet will work independently, and demonstrate a strong desire to help clients succeed.

Extension agents recognize the importance of developing and delivering Extension programs that serve a broad range of communities, actively working to expand program participation and adhering to VCE’s civil rights policies to ensure compliance with state and federal law.

Agent faculty positions require a minimum of a bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or university. A master's degree and promotion to Extension Agent are required no later than the sixth year of employment. Demonstrated ability to recruit, select, train and manage volunteers; demonstrated ability to lead groups, plan, implement, facilitate, teach, and evaluate educational information programs;

knowledge and use of computer technology in educational programming and management and presentation skills; excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with broad audiences; ability to work with minimal supervision in an unstructured setting. The person in the position is expected to travel to provide in-person leadership and to build community partnerships with few exceptions for telework.

Virginia Tech is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this vacancy.

A master's degree is preferred.

Exempt:
Not eligible for overtime

Regular

$50,000 - $65,000

40

March 16, 2026

The successful candidate will be required to have a driver's license check with an acceptable and safe driving record.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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