Extension Agent Resume
Objective : As an Extension Agent, responsible for his position will provide Community & Economic Development leadership for effective educational programs and technical assistance supporting families, youth, and entrepreneurs in business development and community resource education in the county.
Skills : Knowledge Of Agricultural Practices, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills.
Description :
- Conducted community workshops and provide counseling in subject matters that support small business startup, small business expansion, entrepreneurship, homeownership, and workforce development.
- Promoted, managed, and evaluated outreach programs and report the results.
- Worked with committees and community leaders that provide direction for Extension programs.
- Worked with community-based organizations to effectively link the Community Development Unit and the community.
- Regularly delivered Community and Economic Development (CED) community-based educational programs through a wide variety of teaching methods at sites throughout the geographic area served.
- Provided general assistance to entrepreneurs, small business owners, agri-businesses, and land owners on financial resources, business planning, marketing, budgeting, efficient agri-business practices, and business development issues.
- Developed plans of work based on ongoing assessment of community needs.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Master's degree in Extension Education
Assistant Extension Agent Resume
Objective : As an Extension Agent, responsible for assisting in the marketing and promotion of the Community and Economic Development Systems Unit by participating in Internet radio blogs on various small business and community topics, mass media interviews when appropriate.
Skills : Analytical, Problem-Solving, Organizational, and Time Management.
Description :
- Developed and followed a personal plan for professional development in the area of community resource development.
- Worked with county and regional economic development agencies to incorporate local county needs into economic development plans programs and strategies.
- Collaborated with non-profit community organizations, agencies, key stakeholders, civic groups, local governments, and other Extension staff in the region to provide a broad array of integrated and multicounty programs.
- Collaborated with County Extension staff to present a unified and coordinated County Extension program effort.
- Planned, executed, and evaluated programs in the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
- Established and maintained good working relationships with Extension staff, commercial producers, agri-business, agricultural agencies, and the general public.
- Responsible for participating in Extension publications on community and economic development topics.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Fresher
Education
Bachelor's Degree in ES
Extension Agent Resume
Objective : As an Extension Agent, responsible for Conducting research and education to improve vegetable production practices in the areas of fertility, soil health, plant stress mitigation, variety selection, and other cultural practices, including appropriate statistical analysis, data summary, and reporting.
Skills : Teaching, Critical Thinking, Certified Professional in Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Description :
- Developed workshops, and training and provided one-on-one technical services to Navajo Farmers and Ranchers.
- Looked for external funding sources to create new programs and projects for Navajo Farmers, Ranchers, and Youth.
- Worked in an environment that can be physically challenging and worked in a team setting to get larger programs established.
- Interacted with growers, agricultural industry reps, and government agencies to ensure research and extension needs are identified and addressed through educational methods.
- Collaborated with the University of Delaware (UD) regional researchers, and state agencies to design and conduct appropriate research for vegetables.
- Planned, developed, and executed appropriate delivery methods to teach clientele new practices, procedures, and skills based on the latest research findings.
- Responsible for Writing grants or seeking other funding sources to support the vegetable program and associated research.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture
Junior Extension Agent Resume
Objective : As a Junior Extension Agent, responsible for working with and occasionally leading other professionals in programming, communicating, and interacting well with people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds is expected.
Skills : Knowledge Of Agricultural Practices, Communicational Skills.
Description :
- Worked with agents and specialists to plan fruit and vegetable extension events across the state including the vegetable sessions at Delaware Ag Week.
- Coordinated and edited the Weekly Crop Update (WCU) newsletter.
- Complied with university policies, procedures, and best practices regarding protecting data and following UD data governance rules
- Managed and reported on grants received.
- Deflected the incoming calls directly to an agent's personal extension number.
- Responsible for prompting to enter the agent's extension number and will be connected to the agent.
- Traditionally involved with extension programming in the county.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture
Senior Extension Agent Resume
Summary : As a Senior Extension Agent, responsible for Recognizing that the responsibilities are governed by the philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service, Campaigning among minority and limited resource farmers, and agribusinesses.
Skills : Extension Service, Communicational Skills.
Description :
- Demonstrated an understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
- Responsible for Administering Cooperative Extension Services and assisting the county leaders.
- Communicated information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Listened to and understood information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Spoke clearly so others can understand you.
- Communicated information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
- Collaborated with other staff and community members to oversee the development and use of facility demonstration gardens.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture
Extension Agent Resume
Summary : As an Extension Agent, responsible for assisting and educating homes and landowners in making ecologically sound landscape management decisions, Identifying plant, insect, and plant diseases, and providing practical solutions.
Skills : Interpersonal, Analytical Skills, and Economical Skills.
Description :
- Assisted groups and individuals in identifying entrepreneurial agriculture opportunities to improve their economic position.
- Assisted with Private Applicator (Re)Certification Program.
- Possessed or be able to obtain a Government Pesticide Applicator’s License.
- Cooperated and collaborated with area Extension agents and other faculty to do effective, integrated educational programming.
- Collaborated with members of the research community on increasing the knowledge base and success of specialty crops.
- Increased the knowledge base on the economics of growing and marketing specialty crops.
- Accessed grant funds to strengthen horticulture program capabilities.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture
Extension Agent Resume
Objective : As an Extension Agent, experienced in educating individuals in the area of small business development, entrepreneurship, business ownership, agribusiness development, farmers market and Cooperative development, community resources, business financing, home ownership, and community organization development.
Skills : Planning, Business Management, Interpersonal Skills.
Description :
- Collaborated with the County Department Head on educational programs and the county budget.
- Utilized all available media sources and technologies to communicate with MSU Extension personnel and others, and to disseminate information to clientele.
- Assessed community needs; developed, organized, planned, taught, and evaluated effective programs.
- Recruited, trained, and provided professional development to volunteers.
- Provided effective leadership to Extension programming relating to volunteers and youth.
- Learned theory and its application to community-based education and outreach.
- Responsible for Planning, executing, and ensuring that phases of county Extension programs are within assigned areas of program responsibilities.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Freelancer
Education
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture
Associate Extension Agent Resume
Objective : As an Associate Extension Agent, responsible for Assisting landowners and producers with alternative income opportunities, Assisting the Pesticide Education Coordinator, Maintaining interactive programs with highly technical producers, and Focusing on staying responsible for informational assistance.
Skills : Oral and written Skills, Working under pressure, Critical thinking.
Description :
- Responsible for Providing leadership for a highly successful youth livestock program.
- Provided leadership, applied research, and education to assist existing and potential livestock producers of cattle, swine, small ruminants, and poultry.
- Emphasized will be on beef cattle, range, and pasture production and management.
- Developed multi-disciplinary, collaborative partnerships with faculty, government/community agencies, livestock associations, and stakeholder groups.
- Networked with other agents, specialists, and researchers to develop and conduct applied research and Extension outreach programs and projects, transfer research-based information and technology to stakeholders, and foster and enhance the livestock industries, including small livestock operations.
- Developed Extension education programming that uses a variety of teaching methods and tools such as technology, media resources, distance-teaching methodologies, field days, and workshops to extend information and educational opportunities to stakeholders.
- Delivered educational content and support by collaborating with the Oahu 4-H Agent to support the 4-H Youth programming addressing livestock, the equestrian program, and companion animals.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture
Extension Agent Resume
Objective : As an Extension Agent, responsible for Contributing to, updating, and revising the Commercial Vegetable Production Recommendations (a collaborative effort with DE, MD, NJ, PA, WV, and VA), Serving as the Secretary of the Fruit and vegetable Growers' Association of Delaware.
Skills : Certified Professional in Agriculture and Natural Resources, Certified Extension Professional, and Certified Crop Advisor.
Description :
- Collaborated with extension agents and specialists to plan, adopt, and/or facilitate research-based educational programs without supervision.
- Managed and reported on grants received.
- Supervised miscellaneous wage employees to assist with research.
- Presented and translated into practical practices the research results at local, state, and regional grower meetings and professional conferences.
- Responsible for Working with agents and specialists to plan fruit and vegetable extension events across the state including the vegetable sessions at Delaware Ag Week.
- Collaborated with the Plant Clinic Coordinator and other office staff in providing information to the public.
- Responsible for Providing accurate and timely reporting of program accomplishments and impacts into the UT Extension reporting system.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture
Extension Agent Resume
Summary : As an Extension Agent, responsible for Developing a cadre of supporters and volunteers to aid in the delivery of programs and securing extramural funds through grants, fee-based programs, and gifts.
Skills : Management, Interpersonal, and Communicational.
Description :
- Developed, planned, delivered, facilitated, and evaluated successful, research-based educational programs in the areas of crop management, livestock management, horticulture and forestry, natural resource management, farm business management, pesticide issues, and farm and ranch safety that resulted in positive community impacts.
- Listened to clientele, built networks to assess local needs, and collaborated with communities of people.
- Reached youth and adult audiences. Be a voice in mass and social media outreach.
- Shared leadership of Rolette County 4-H program including the development of 4-H volunteers.
- Traveled and adjusted to a flexible schedule (i.e., participated in evening and weekend programs).
- Contributed to the Extension Vegetable and Fruit Program website.
- Responsible for Providing leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, or veteran status.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture
