Animal Science & Forages Extension Agent - East Central

Auburn University is seeking an Extension Agent to serve on the Animal Science & Forages Team. The role involves organizing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for livestock, equine, and forage production, while also engaging with local clientele and stakeholders to determine program needs. Responsibilities The EA will participate as a cohesive member of the Animal Science and Forages Extension This will include organizing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for livestock, equine, and forage production Programming should focus on research-based management practices and their environmental and animal well-being impacts The EA will use multiple educational delivery methods to disseminate information to clientele including, but not limited to: printed communication, workshops/group meetings, applied research and demonstration projects on farms or using Auburn University research farms, farm consultation visits, social media and web resources The EA will participate in writing grants and in activities that support applied research/demonstrations beneficial to clientele The EA will assist the team leader and administrators in project outcome and impact evaluations The EA is expected to be an integral part of the Animal Science and Forages team and assist in developing and implementing new programs as needed to meet producer needs and challenges The EA will join a highly motivated team of agents and specialists with several existing programs including, but not limited to Alabama Forage Focus, Beef and Pork Quality Assurance, Alabama Beef Cattle Improvement Association, and Value-Added marketing programming The EA may also provide expertise to support 4-H livestock and equine programming The candidate will work with local clientele, advisory groups, commodity organizations, and other interested parties to determine program needs in the region As a team member, the EA will partner with Animal Science and Forages (ASF) team members and the region’s County Extension Director’s (CED’s) to plan, implement, and evaluate animal science and forages educational programs conducted in the region Participating in regional and state discipline-related associations, and other stakeholder groups, is important for the EA to develop a reputation as an educational leader with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System Skills A Bachelor's degree in animal science, agronomy or related field and applicable previous work experience in field of study Level 1: Bachelor's degree and 0 years of experience Level 2: Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience or Master's degree and 2 years of experience Level 3: Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience or Master's degree and 6 years of experience Level 4: Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience or Master's degree and 10 years of experience Focus of Education: Discipline related to extension programming Focus of Experience: Experience implementing, managing, or delivering educational programs in a relevant discipline, including formal and/or informal teaching methods This position involves regular travel to fulfill Extension responsibilities, and access to reliable transportation is essential Applicants must demonstrate educational leadership in the application of knowledge, be grounded in research-based science, and have the ability to help livestock and forage producers prosper They must have strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work with and to deliver educational programming and counseling to audiences from a variety of educational, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds They must have demonstrated experience within designated area of emphasis This position requires regular travel to carry out Extension responsibilities Successful applicants must possess strong leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to respectfully self-motivate their daily priorities A Master's degree in a related field is preferred Benefits Excellent full-time benefits that start on Day 1! Medical, dental, and vision insurance options! Work/life balance! 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year. 96 hours of sick leave accrued annually. 7 paid holidays in addition to 2 weeks of paid leave during Christmas/New Years when the University closes. 6 weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child (available for BOTH moms & dads). AU tuition assistance for you and your dependents after a year of service. Generous state retirement plan along with other voluntary retirement plan options and benefits. Company Overview Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses. It was founded in 1856, and is headquartered in Auburn University, Alabama, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Auburn University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 61 in 2025, 83 in 2024, 79 in 2023, 50 in 2022, 50 in 2021, 35 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.