Extension Wildlife Damage Assc (Statewide) at Clemson University in Clemson, SC

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: The Extension Wildlife Damage Associate supports statewide Extension programming that helps South Carolina residents, producers, and communities prevent and address conflicts with wild hogs, white-tailed deer, and other wildlife. The Associate works collaboratively to meet stakeholder needs and deliverables identified in the statewide problematic wildlife plan of work. Responsibilities include coordinating program activities, delivering education and technical assistance, developing practical resources, and evaluating outcomes with county Extension agents and statewide partners. JOB DUTIES: 15% - Program evaluation and reporting: Collect and maintain information on program activities, audience needs, participation, and outcomes. Assist with needs assessments and program evaluations; summarize results and impacts; and recommend improvements to educational activities and resources. Contribute information for required program, partner, and funding reports.

35% - Statewide program coordination and delivery: Coordinate and implement assigned components of the statewide problematic wildlife plan of work. Identify stakeholder needs; organize and deliver initiatives addressing wild hogs, white-tailed deer, and other wildlife; coordinate schedules and activities with county Extension staff and statewide partners; and complete assigned program deliverables.

25% - Education and technical assistance: Provide research-based information and technical assistance to Extension agents, landowners, agricultural producers, communities, and other audiences. Develop and deliver workshops, field demonstrations, webinars, presentations, and other educational activities. Respond to wildlife damage questions within the position’s expertise and consult with appropriate subject matter experts on complex issues.

15% - Educational resource development: Develop, update, and distribute practical educational materials that support wildlife damage management, including publications, fact sheets, presentations, digital content, and training materials. Translate relevant research and technical guidance into accessible information in collaboration with Extension colleagues, faculty, and other subject matter experts.

10% - Professional Development and Self-Improvement: Attend program specific, office, and Extension team meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor. Identify and participate in opportunities for self-improvement and professional development such as professional and in-service trainings. Communicate effectively, both verbally and through written correspondence to Extension and program administrators. JOB CODE: UK41 EMPLOYEE TYPE: Regular FTE Staff Minimum Education Master’s degree in a relevant field Preferred Education Doctoral degree in relevant field RESPONSIBILITIES: JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work. BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Stand for Prolonged Period: 100%
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 100%
Walk or move about: 100%
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 50%
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 100%
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 100%
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 100%
Recognize or inspect visually: 100%
Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 100%
Extends hands or arms in any direction: 100%
Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors: 5%
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 100% WORKING CONDITIONS: Electrical hazards: 5%
Radiant hazards: 5%
Burn hazards: 5%
Overnight travel: 100%
Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, b