UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EXTENSION (UME)
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Functional Title: Agent (Agriculture Harford County Northern Cluster)
Category Status: Faculty, Non-Tenured, On Tenure-Track
Unit: AGNR-UME-Northern Cluster (Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford Counties)
Home Office Location: UME Harford County Office, 2335 Rock Spring Road, Forest Hill, MD 21050
This position will work in the Northern Cluster units of Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford Counties. The primary
purpose of this position is responsible for developing and conducting educational programs in agriculture in the
Northern Cluster units of Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford Counties. This includes leadership, interpretation and
dissemination of latest research findings in the following fields: agronomic crop production, livestock, farm
profitability, alternative agriculture crops, and other economically important crops within the cluster. Work with
Extension colleagues within the cluster and other areas of Northern Maryland to address priority needs of the
Develop, promote, implement, and evaluate agriculture educational programs.
Work with the UME Agriculture and Food Systems Action Teams, other teams and other agricultural
service providers in Maryland to advance sustainable agricultural education to enhance service
Develop and provide leadership in crop production, farm management, integrated pest management,
pesticide safety and handling, livestock and forage production, nutrient management, financial
management and natural resource conservation for agricultural producers in the Northern Cluster
Development of grant funded projects, including securing extramural funding, to enhance/expand
educational programs including applied and demonstration projects.
Work with new and existing agriculture producers on improving livestock and forage production on a
Develop and implement educational programs focused on young and beginning farmers that assist them
in operating a profitable AGNR business and collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative
Provide leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of rural economic
development initiatives and develop collaborations with local Economic Development Offices to
increase economic opportunities for agricultural producers.
Provide leadership in the identification of plant insects and diseases and input data into a state and
Supervision of Nutrient Management Advisors; review of farm nutrient management plans.
Preparation of information for the media.
Remain current in assigned subject matter areas and participate in relevant professional improvement
Develop strong relationships with local agriculture and serve as the UME representative.
Develop intellectual activities that are validated by peers and communicated; such as educational
materials published and adopted by others, Extension publications, articles in refereed publications,
participation in Extension or university research, conference posters, professional presentations, etc.
Serve on County/City, regional, college and University committees, non-university committees,
leadership on committees, leadership in professional associations, and special
assignments/accomplishments, etc.
Master’s degree in agronomy, horticulture, animal science or other closely related field.
Demonstrated leadership and management abilities with evidence of being able to work well with farm
producers and community leaders.
Demonstrated achievement in program development and evaluation; originality and creative ability in
Evidence of excellent teaching and communication skills.
Knowledge and use of computer technology for educational programming and management.
Personal transportation and valid driver’s license.
Must be willing to travel within the region and state.
Flexible working hours required; must be available for evening and weekend programs and meetings.
Must become certified Maryland nutrient management advisor/consultant and obtain the commercial
pesticide applicators license in category-10 public agency.
This position is subject to a Criminal History Record Check. Employment is contingent upon successful
completion and clearance of the Criminal History Record Check.
Extension or similar work experience (e.g., work with formal or non-formal education and/or farm
Preference will be given to individuals with experience working with diverse audiences and all
Salary will be commensurate with experience, with base salary of $49,575. The University of Maryland offers an
All candidates must apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu. A complete application packet includes: a cover
letter, resume or CV, contact information for three (3) professional references (including name, mailing address,
telephone number, and email address), and copies of transcripts.
Closing Date: For best consideration, complete application by March 23, 2016. Position open until filled.
The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and
will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation,
physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political
affiliation, and gender identity or expression. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
