EXTENSION WEED SCIENCE SPECIALIST

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So,... are you ready?

The Extension Weed Science Specialist is a non-tenure-track position specializing in weed management in agronomic crops and pasture environments.   This position is a 12-month appointment with a 100% Extension appointment. The anticipated starting date is January 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be located ???
The Extension Weed Science Specialist will collaborate with diverse partners to develop and implement a weed science program in South Carolina to help reduce negative effects on agriculture production.

40% - Essential - UK65: Develop and implement a statewide weed science program plan of work. Collaborate with subject experts, agents, and volunteers to coordinate and deliver new weed science programming and resources to address emerging needs in South Carolina and for the Southeastern Region.
UK67:  Develop and implement a statewide weed science program plan of work. Collaborate with subject experts, agents, and volunteers to coordinate and deliver new weed science programming and resources to address emerging needs in South Carolina and for the Southeastern Region and collaborate on a national level.  Manage and train volunteers through curriculum development and programmatic efforts.
30% - Essential - UK65: Establish yourself as a content expert at the National level by producing and disseminating scholarly outputs and products (publications, videos, expert presentations, validated evaluation instruments, applied research outputs, etc.) that support weed science.  Serve as a resource to Extension agents and clientele within the state in the area of weed management.
UK67: Establish yourself as a content expert at the National level by producing and disseminating scholarly outputs and products (publications, videos, expert presentations, validated evaluation instruments, applied research outputs, etc.) that support weed science. Serve as a resource to Extension agents, associates, clientele, and other specialist within the US in the area of  weed management.
20% - Essential - UK65:  Collaborate with Agriculture team members, statewide program efforts, and other program teams in program development and delivery. Collaborate with state agriculture and natural resource agencies (South Carolina Department of Agriculture, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources), federal agencies (USDA NRCS), universities, and non-government partner organizations (South Carolina Farm Bureau) to develop and implement a weed science program in South Carolina to help stakeholders.
UK67:  Collaborate with Agriculture team members, statewide program efforts, and other program teams in program development and delivery. Collaborate with state agriculture and natural resource agencies (South Carolina Department of Agriculture, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources), federal agencies (USDA NRCS), universities, and non-government partner organizations (South Carolina Farm Bureau) on a national level to develop and implement a weed science  program in South Carolina to help stakeholders.
10% - Essential - UK 65:  Attend or lead Extension team meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor.  Identify and participate in opportunities for self-improvement and professional development at the state, regional, and national levels. Communicate effectively, both verbally and through written correspondence to Extension and program administrators at the state level.
UK67:  Attend or lead Extension team meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor.  Identify and participate in opportunities for self-improvement and professional development at the state, regional, and national levels. Communicate effectively, both verbally and through written correspondence to Extension and program administrators at the state and national levels.

Education - Doctoral / Professional Degree - Weed/Crop Science

Education - Doctoral / Professional Degree - Weed Management
Work Experience 3+ years - working in Extension in the area of weed science at a land-grant university.

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages Work of Others - Manages work of others including hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and job content.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides Budget Input - Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.

100% - Stand for prolonged period
100% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
100% - Walk or move about
   5% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
100% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
100% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
   5% - Recognize or inspect visually
   5% - Move, transport, raise or lower
100% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
   5% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
100% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

100% - Exposure to heat or cold
   5% - Exposure to dust/fumes
100% - Wet or humid
100% - Noise
   5% - Vibration
  50% - Mechanical hazards
  50% - Chemical hazards
   5% - Electrical hazards
   5% - Radiant energy hazards
   5% - Burn hazards
  50% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
100% - Overnight Travel

Standard Hours: 37.5

Anticipated Salary Range: $95,500 - $140,400
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

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