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University of Missouri Extension, an academic division of University of Missouri-Columbia, is dedicated to improving people's lives, communities and the economy by providing relevant, responsive, and reliable research-based community education.  MU Extension faculty and staff develop and deliver research-based educational programs to enhance the success and well-being of individuals and families, business and public-sector organizations throughout Missouri.

This is a 12-month academic position.  Appointment may be made as non tenure track ranked (NTT), depending on University approval of the academic credentials and qualifications of the successful candidate. 

Working collaboratively with a team of extension professionals and volunteers, the Livestock  Specialist will be responsible for giving programmatic leadership to livestock production, management and marketing.  This includes program planning, implementation, evaluation, as well as creating linkages for both the University of Missouri System and Lincoln University campuses and external resource people. 

Serve as county program director (CPD) for Sullivan County carrying out programming, resource management and extension council relations’ duties.  Provide leadership to the development, implementation, and evaluation of extension programs in the county plan of work through involving faculty, clientele, extension councils, advisory committees, community agencies, organizations and other citizens.  Represent the University of Missouri to county extension councils, county governments and other agencies in determining fiscal needs and securing and managing resources to carry out county extension programs.  In addition, partner with county extension councils to develop and implement the county plan and administer county council resources.  Responsible for development of effective leadership skills in order for councils to be advocates for extension programs. 

All regional specialist positions are responsible for developing and cultivating external funding sources to enhance local programs; remain up to date professionally on matters related to their programming specialty; travel using own vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided) and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, to fulfill assigned responsibilities.

Sullivan County (Population 6,700 as of 2010) is located in the northeast region of Missouri.  This family small town atmosphere offers its residents all the necessary amenities as well as many wonderful historical sites, state parks, and recreational areas.  It is the perfect location for outdoor hunting, fishing, scenic photography, and day trips. For more information visit  http://www.sullivancountymissouri.com/.
 

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Minimum Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE in designing, conducting and evaluating educational programs, and applying knowledge in subject matter areas across agriculture, in addition to livestock production, management, nutrition, genetic, and animal health, such as grain and forage production, management and storage, and horticulture is required.  College level coursework in production agriculture related to grain and forage production, entomology, horticulture, or basic agricultural engineering and an entry-level course in agricultural economics is desired.
 
Ability to work with colleagues in a multidisciplinary, issue-based approach to program design and delivery to impact change in one or more of the following priority areas: (1) enhancing economic viability, (2) building strong individuals, families and communities, and (3) creating and sustaining a healthy environment.
 
Ability to manage time and resources, and to work with minimum supervision in a variety of settings.
 

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For questions regarding the online application process call 573.882.7976.  For questions regarding this position call 573.882.4721 or email hrdext@missouri.edu.