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Type of Position:Extension

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Job Type:Temporary (Fixed Term)No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students - a chance to advance.

The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum ofCertificate and Associates degree programs,more than thirtyUndergraduate programs, Master's degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

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Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same - to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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Department:Agri Small Farms

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Summary of Job Duties:The student(s) will be expected to become familiar with and be educated on conservation programs, practices. Students must be able to identify different conservation practices used by producers and the conservation program that provides financial assistance to help producers install the practices. Student must be familiar with the Conservation Practice Handbook and be able to explain different practices to producers. Student may sometimes accompany staff on routine farm visits to producers. The two basic programs that students must be familiar with and educated on are the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).
The student will be expected to become familiar with and educated on crop and livestock production practices. Students will assist in setting up crop demonstrations. The student will assist in preparing the soil for planting, applying pesticides, etc. The student will also be involved in selecting plant varieties to used, testing the soil for fertility, and in planting the crop. Students must be able to take soil sample for fertility recommendations and nematode determination. Students must be able to use the pesticide manuals and provide recommendations for producers from the manuals. Students may also make routine farm visits with the staff.
Student will assist in arranging and conducting educational meetings. Students will setup and take down equipment used in the meeting and assist in all aspects with the meeting. Students may attend some local production meeting with the staff.
Students will become familiar with the different enterprise budgets and be able to use them when calculating expenses and income for different enterprises. Students must be able to explain the enterprise budget along with break-even analyses to producers.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

The Small Farm Program is seeking students to work with the staff. Preferably students majoring in Agronomy, Horticulture, or in the Plant and Soil Science area. Also, student desiring to work for the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) are preferred because funding is provided by NRCS.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, ResumeSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position.Ms. Danielle Louther, Project Program Manager, phone: 870-575-8403, email: loutherd@uapb.edu

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Motor Vehicle Reports Check

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff commits itself to policies of affirmative action and diversity with respect to both employment opportunities and program participation. The Division complies with these policies not merely because of legal requirements, but because we believe that such practices are basic to human dignity. As such, the Division welcomes all applicants to apply without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Candidates must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:No