Position Status: Full-time, Regular
Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0095/301/09
Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0095/301/09
Salary Range: $55,951 - $66,671
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20008
Brief Description of Duties
Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20008
Brief Description of Duties
The Project Specialist for Urban Agriculture reports to the Assistant Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education (CUAGE), which is one of the Landgrant Centers of the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC). The Project Specialist designs, implements, and coordinates research, community outreach, and education initiatives that advance knowledge, technological innovation, and operational efficiency to improve the UDC Urban Food Hubs and other Urban Agriculture initiatives in the District of Columbia. Priority will be given to applicants with experience in Hydroponics, Aquaponics, and nutrient management. The Project Specialist carries out day-to-day activities in close collaboration with the Assistant Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education and the Associate Dean of Landgrant Programs to ensure alignment of all Urban Agriculture initiatives with the strategic objectives of CAUSES. The incumbent must be a team player, work effectively and efficiently with diverse internal and external constituencies, perform all duties with a high degree of independence and initiative, communicate effectively, work well under pressure of deadlines and be familiar (or familiarize themselves) with the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of CAUSES, UDC, and program sponsors.