Inside Higher Ed · 5 days ago
Educational Program Assistant 2 - New Farmer Training
Storrs Mansfield, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expUConn Extension, part of the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, seeks a part-time New Farmer Training Outreach Assistant to conduct outreach activities directly associated with new farmer training. The role involves planning and implementing training programs for new farmer stakeholders and assisting with the delivery of training designed to bolster new farmer readiness and viability.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
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
Valid driver's license and an insured vehicle to travel to community-based programs and farms
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds, with or without mechanical assistance
Preferred
Experience implementing Extension programs
Experience owning/operating an agriculture business
Experience writing progress reports for federal and state grants
Benefits
Employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn
A highly desirable work environment
Company
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