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Utah State University Extension invites applications for a 12month, fulltime County Extension faculty position in Agriculture and Natural Resources, serving Beaver County with some crossover support to neighboring counties. The position may be filled as tenuretrack (Extension Assistant/Associate Professor) or nontenure track (Professional Practice Extension Assistant Professor), depending on academic credentials and experience.

The successful candidate will develop, deliver, and evaluate researchbased educational programs that support agricultural producers, strengthen local communities, and enhance quality of life for both youth and adults. Extension faculty also recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders and serve as vital connectors between clientele, community partners, and Utah State University.

An office will be provided at the USU Extension office in Beaver, Utah. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026.

A master's degree is required for Extension Assistant or Associate ranks. A bachelor's degree and substantial professional experience is required for the rank of Professional Practice Extension Assistant Professor.

*About the Region *Beaver County is in westcentral Utah, bordered by Nevada to the west and the scenic Tushar Mountains to the east. The region includes arid desert landscapes, mountain valleys, and the communities of Beaver, Milford, and Minersville. It is also home to the Eagle Point Ski Resort.

Local agriculture is centered on beef cattle production, alfalfa and grass hay production and 4H livestock and horse programs.

The position requires knowledge of livestock production (especially beef cattle), production agriculture (alfalfa and grass hay), and 4-H agriculture programs (Jr. Livestock, 4-H Horse). 

Candidates with experience in these areas --- and related natural resource or youth agriculture topics --- are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and education in:
  • Livestock production
  • Pasture and rangeland management
  • Insect and weed control
  • General agricultural practices
• Develop, implement, and evaluate adult agriculture programs.
• Develop, implement and evaluate 4-H youth agricultural, including Jr. Livestock and 4-H Horse Programs.
• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders engaged agriculture and youth development.
• Build partnerships and use innovative methods to reach new and diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with USU specialists to design and conduct applied research and deliver research-based programming.
• Pursue internal and external funding to support Extension programming.
• Document impacts and produce scholarly publications related to Extension programming.
• Manage budgets, personnel, and volunteers.
• Collaborate with other Extension, university personnel, community organizations, government agencies, and stakeholders such as the Farm Bureau and conservation districts.
• Work in cooperation with the other county extension staff to provide beneficial programs to the county's residents.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Professional Practice track: Bachelor's degree in animal science, range science, agronomy, Extension education, or a closely related agricultural field.
• Tenure Track: Master's degree in animal science, range science, agronomy, Extension education, or related field.
• Ability to plan, organize and deliver educational programs.
• Experience teaching adult and youth audiences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English).
• Ability to collaborate with federal, state, university, and county partners.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation and a willingness to travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• xperience in:
  • Range management
  • Beef production, pasture management, and hay production
  • 4-H youth agriculture programs
• Skills in:
  • Applied research design and delivery
  • Scholarly writing and publication
  • Grant writing
  • Volunteer recruitment and supervision
  • Using social media in educational outreach
  • Developing online courses
• Experience working with related community partners, stakeholders and agricultural organizations.
• Prior experience with the Land-Grant university system

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

1) Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

2) Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"

3) Academic Transcript(s) to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

60,000 to $70,000 commensurate with education and rank; plus excellent benefits

ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing). Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. This position requires moderate physical effort. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, including lifting up to 25 pounds, walking and standing. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

College/Department Highlights

Utah State University (http://www.usu.edu) is Utah's Land-Grant Institution with an approximate enrollment of 28,000 students. Through the Extension system, the University extends research-based information across the state. Extension faculty support elected officials and citizens in all 29 Utah counties.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional state wide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer con