Hi all, We are looking for a Water Resources Extension agent to join our Clemson Extension/Carolina Clear team. This position will assist with the coordination of the Anderson and Pickens Counties Stormwater Partners, provide instructional programming on water resources and stormwater management, and serve as a local resource for watershed management efforts. The successful candidate will work out of the Anderson Extension Office in Anderson, SC. Applications will be reviewed beginning on Dec. 5, 2016. Please see below and share as appropriate.
Thanks, AMY SCARONI, Ph.D. CLEMSON UNIVERSITY Cooperative Extension 259 Meeting St. Charleston SC 29401 843.730.5204 Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status and is an equal opportunity employer. ———— This position is posted on the Clemson University job board and can be viewed at http://findjobs.clemson.edu<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__findjobs.clemson.edu_&d=AAMF-g&c=7MSSWy9Bs2yocjNQzurxOQ&r=MIIzs8mC3HgmC1R_YK4xcd7HSzMUZr7Zm2QJxDrF918&m=ZNb21ggdV1NI7Bhid8nLuHKIvq15ZlwZXVtoIwlYO04&s=gx6j79BehVwsJdsYIR4jJBUsZ-S6xdLWPBYFzJIgY5Y&e=> Job Title Extension Agent - Assistant Job ID 101072 Location Anderson County Extension Office Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Temporary - Time Limited JOB SUMMARY: The County Agent, a member of the Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service staff, works cooperatively with other county and state staff to plan, implement, maintain and evaluate Extension education programs for county, regional and state adult and youth clientele. Performs assigned duties in compliance with philosophy, policies and procedures of Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service. JOB DUTIES: 50% - Essential - Coordinate the stormwater education consortium made up of municipal, county, and education partners working to provide stormwater education in the region, including facilitating quarterly meetings, collecting partner data, and writing annual reports. Assist in coordinating the planning, development, organization, marketing, implementation, and evaluation of Carolina Clear programming in this region. Audiences for program outreach will range from youth to technical staff and professionals. Carolina Clear was established by Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service (CES) to inform and educate communities about water quality, water quantity, and the cumulative effects of storm water. Carolina Clear addresses the special significance of South Carolina's water resources, and the role they play in the state's economy. 20% - Essential - Work in collaboration with fellow Clemson faculty and extension personnel to extend research-based knowledge in water and natural resource protection to a variety of constituencies including local governments; local and state agencies; businesses; community organizations; non-governmental agencies; general public and youth. Special emphasis on youth and school demonstration projects that meet SC curriculum standards. 20% - Essential - Conduct seminars and workshops, produce educational materials and news articles, identify unique ways to reach various audiences, participate in maintaining communication among community and educational partners, and participate in the development of targeted mass media campaigns related to natural resource topics. 10% - Essential - Participate in Clemson University natural and water resource programming and other environmental quality-related agency and inter-agency efforts. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education - Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, environmental studies, natural resource management, agricultural education Work Exp 1+ years RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees. BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES Monitors Budget - Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may oversee fund allocation. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Walk or move about Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself Recognize or inspect visually Perceive, observe, clarity of vision WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to heat or cold Wet or humid WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hrs: 37.5; Salary commensurate with education and experience. BENEFITS INFORMATION: Employees who are in time limited positions will earn one and one-quarter days of Annual and Sick Leave per month for a total of thirty (30) days per year. Eligible part-timers will earn days on a pro rata basis. HOW TO APPLY: Review of credentials will begin December 5, 2016 and position will remain open until filled. For full consideration please apply by December 5, 2016 at the following site: http://www.clemson.edu/employment/prospective/findjobs.html CLOSING STATEMENT: Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.
