CALS- Program/Extension Aide II- Field Support Specialist- Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE)- Erie County

Program/Extension Aide II- Field Support Specialist

The Opportunity

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As an individual contributor you will model and support a culture of inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing and continually seek to understand how your role, behaviors, and actions impact the success of this culture.

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About the College

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world's complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) provides the educational outreach functions for Cornell University's role as New York State's Land Grant University. Programmatically, Cornell Cooperative Extension connects the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) and the College of Human Ecology (CHE) with 55 off-campus Associations, Integrated Pest Management, New York State Sea Grant, Area Specialists, and CCE New York City.

The Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program (CNY DLFC) is a Cornell Cooperative Extension Regional Agriculture Team that serves a large multi-county region in Southwest New York State. The team consists of four specialists who work together with Cornell faculty and extension educators statewide to address the issues that impact the industry. The programs provide educational opportunities and information to producers, processors, and agri-business professionals, arming them with the knowledge to profitably for dairy, field crops, and livestock operations, contributing to the viability of farms and the economic well-being of New York State.

Under the direction of regional specialists (Extension Associates and Extension Support Specialists), provide technical and program support in carrying out research and outreach that will ultimately enhance the profitability and sustainability of the dairy, livestock and field crop industry served by the SWNY New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program (SWNY DLFC).Travel to research plots on commercial farms throughout the region served by the SWNY DLFC to assist in the collection of field data. Assist with recording, entering, and maintaining field data. Monitor traps and scout for insects, diseases, weeds and crop damage in research plots and commercial farms and maintain good records. Work will frequently be performed in commercial fields that have been sprayed with pesticides and will require training in Worker Protection Standards (WPS) to understand the safe field re-entry period and practices. Ensure that all protocols and procedures adhere to safety requirements. Assist in planning and logistical setup for educational meetings, workshops, conferences, and tours throughout the region. Work with adult clientele utilizing material and teaching techniques learned through in-service training. Routinely meet with supervisors to discuss plans and to select appropriate materials and teaching techniques. Assist with data entry, evaluation, and report maintenance of program activities. Update website and social media pages. Assist in the preparation and utilization of training and educational materials. Gather and coordinate educational materials and lesson plans. Assist in recruiting participants and volunteers for programs. And all other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time position at 97.5 % FTE. This is a one-year term appointment that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance.

There is the opportunity to work remotely within New York State one day a week; an on-site presence in Southwest New York is required four days a week.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

What We Need

• Associate's degree and up to 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent combination.

• Must be able to meet travel requirements of the position and have reliable transportation.

• Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted NYS driver's license and be cleared to drive for university business.

• Proven ability to work independently in collecting and summarizing data.

• Competence utilizing current computer technology, i.e., Windows - Excel/Word/PowerPoint

• Excellent written and oral communication, and excellent organizational skills.

• Demonstrated skills with social media outreach.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.

• Excellent customer service skills; must work effectively with clientele.

• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.

• Will be expected to work flexible hours, occasional evenings, and weekends as job functions require.

• Visual concentration, attention to detail, and manual dexterity are required.

• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

• Must exercise sound and ethical judgment when acting on behalf of the University.

• Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it's ok if you don't.

• Associate's degree with coursework in entomology, plant pathology, plant physiology, weed science, horticulture, and/or agronomy.

• Experience supporting research projects, including data collection and summary.

• Experience working in agriculture, dairy, field crops, and/or cash crops production.

Rewards and Benefits

• This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically perform this role remotely 1 day per week and on-campus 4 days per week. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.

• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits | Working at Cornell.

• Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at Cornell

• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education

• Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: Total Rewards | Working at Cornell.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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