Forestry Extension Specialist/Educator IV
University of Massachusettes
Amherst, MA
Deadline: 2004/04/30
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Forestry Extension Specialist/Educator IV.
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
Position description: Provide leadership in the programmatic and entrepreneurial scope of the Center for Rural Massachusetts (CRM) within the Department of Natural Resources Conservation in conjunction with the Natural Resources & Environmental Conservation Program (NREC). Provide leadership for the development, production, and presentation of advanced and complex education programs in forestry for clientele and Extension staff. Direct and participate in the preparation and delivery of educational and informational materials. Serve as coordinator with other specialists and agents in the program and faculty. Plan and conduct advanced, complex applied or developmental research. Prepare Extension research and other reports, and publish findings in trade, professional, and academic publications, and Extension bulletins.
Qualifications:
1) Master's degree in forestry, or comparable degree, and at least five years of professional experience in regional or local forest management, preferably in New England.
2) Experience with computers desirable, including web-based applications and design.
3) Ability to maintain a diverse schedule of local, regional, and statewide activity which is not restricted by access to public or private transportation.
4) Excellent interpersonal and group process skills, and demonstrated ability to participate effectively in professional team efforts and with diverse groups of people.
5) Knowledge and demonstrated ability to implement adult education theories and practices with diverse audiences.
Hiring Salary Range: $51,000 to $65,400; Normal starting salary $51,000 to $58,200.
PROFESSIONAL STAFF SALARY ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM POSITION LEVEL 30
For more information about the position, please contact: David Kittredge, Department of Natural Resources Conservation, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA;
413 545-2943 dbk@forwild.umass.edu
To submit an application: Send a letter of interest, current resume, and three letters of recommendation to Search # R20524, Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration Building, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003, by April 30, 2004.
The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Institution. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.
