We are looking for a new Consumer Horticulture Extension Agent to serve the citizens of Burke County.
The agent in this position will provide leadership for the consumer horticulture programs at the Burke County Center. In addition, there may be some commercial horticulture programs that the agent would assist with the area agent . This position also provides training and support for the Extension Master Gardener program in Burke County. The agent will provide relevant educational programming and training, as well as proactively conduct needs assessments and program evaluations for the county.
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University through educational programs, publications, and events. Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.
The agent in this position will have educational responsibilities in all phases of consumer and commercial horticulture (including but not limited to): insect and disease diagnosis, turf, ornamental, and nursery operation support, fruits and vegetable production, sustainable agriculture, specialty crops, beekeeping, organics, community-supported agriculture, local farmer’s markets, and some pesticide education.
