Extension Support Specialist II- Bilingual Small Farm Educator- Horticulture Section- School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS)

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Department Background:

About SIPS: The CALS School of Integrative of Plant Science (SIPS) encompasses five fields: Horticulture, Plant Biology, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology, and Soil and Crop Sciences. Combined there are 100+ faculty, ~200 undergraduate majors, 200+ graduate students in six fields, and 600+ other employees located in Ithaca, Geneva, and other satellite locations across New York State. The School offers the multidisciplinary undergraduate major in the Plant Sciences and is also home to the Agricultural Sciences major. School faculty also contribute to the Biology, Global Development, and Viticulture & Enology majors.

About the CSFP: The Cornell Small Farms Program (CSFP) is housed within SIPS. We work primarily with small farm owners, farm employees, aspiring and new farmers, urban growers, and those who provide services to small farms. We help farmers get expert assistance to facilitate all phases of small farm business development, from initial growth to optimization to maturity.

The position is located within the School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS). Participate in planning and delivery and/or development of short- and long-range educational programs within an assigned subject matter area(s). Analyze and evaluate programs; make recommendations to supervisor for strengthening and improving programs; assist with implementation of administrative and program management activities. Oversee specialized educations program, facilitate and provide training to building local, regional, state and national networks to promote program Analyze data and prepare reports; make recommendations for programs based on analysis and complete quarterly reports. Identify and develop new funding sources, assist with preparation of writing grant proposals. Develop and market appropriate teaching aids and materials with Community partners. Participate in mass media efforts related to the program; write and edit materials such as press releases, research findings, manuscripts, social media and website content. Represent programs/projects to community agencies and maintain collaborative relationship. Identify and structure programs that address community and individual needs, taking into account the diversity of the community; identify and conduct focus groups to identify program needs. Recruit volunteers; provide assistance in developing their leadership skills. Participate in budget and program management and development; prepare year end data for reporting requirements.

This is a full-time position at 100% FTE. This is a one-year term appointment that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically perform this role remotely 1 day per week and on-site 4 days per week. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke, or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

Reward and Benefits:

Cornell receives national recogni