ASSISTANT EXTENSION AGENT (WATER QUALITY) (#95503F) - University of Hawai'i : Job Details

Location : Kahului, HIJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 2024-02239Department: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - College of Tropical Agriculture and Human ResourcesDivision: MauiCountyOpening Date: 10/07/2024Closing Date: 11/3/2024 11:59 PM HawaiiPosition Number:: 95503FDescription Title: Assistant Extension Agent (Water Quality)Position Number: 0095503FHiring Unit: College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR), Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences (TPSS)Location: Kahului, MauiDate Posted: October 7, 2024Closing Date: November 3, 2024Monthly Type: 11 MonthTenure Track: TenureFull Time/Part Time: Full TimeTemporary/Permanent: PermanentOther Conditions: To begin January 2025 or soon thereafter. The University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) is an indigenous-serving institution with a commitment to becoming a Native Hawaiian Place of learning. The University of Hawaii at Manoa is classified as an R1 institution; part of a 10-campus statewide system, and it is a uniquely structured Minority Serving Institute (MSI) and Land Grant University (LGU) within the US Western-Pacific region. University of Hawaii is one of a few MSI-LGUs offering Associate, Baccalaureate, Masters, and Ph.D. STEM degrees, as well as post-graduate certificates. Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as a resource for responding to routine water-related inquiries from the public, farmers and producers.

Provide leadership and Extension education in applied research, education and extension projects related to water quality, rainwater catchment, private well, cesspool and septic systems, agricultural irrigation, nutrient management and run-off issues.

Assist in the development and dissemination of educational materials and resources related to water quality complementary to the programs of pertinent County, State and Federal agencies.

Liaise with the USDA Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) National Water Program, and the Consortium of Universities for the Advancement of Hydrological Sciences, Inc. (CUAHSI).

Partnerships may be established with a variety of local and national organizations related

to this program of work including the Hawaii Association of Watershed Partnerships, NRCS, SeaGrant, SOEST, HACD, and others.

Disseminate information using various means including social media, distance teaching, workshops and training development materials, presentations, exhibits, field days.

Publish scholarly information that address industry needs through appropriate media methods such as hard copy publications; web-based publications, social media and other communication and media alternatives.

Obtain local, regional, and national funding to establish a nationally recognized program.

Participate in County, Department, College, and University service and governance.

Work with stakeholders with some meetings that occur after normal working hours and/or weekends at off-site locations.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree from a college or university of recognized standing with major coursework in hydrology, water quality and conservation, civil engineering, or a related field.

At least three (3) years of successful experience in Cooperative extension work, Sea Grant or equivalent in closely related fields.

Ability to exercise independent judgement and to assume responsibility for developing an Extension program.

Ability to work harmoniously with other agents in an integrated Extension system, and with related agencies.

Ability to travel independently to various geographical locations in a timely manner, and among the islands of Maui County, including Maui, Moloka'i and L?na'i; and within the State of Hawaii. Requirement may be fulfilled by a valid Hawaii Driver's License (class 3), comparable driver's license, or other means of transportation which meets position needs.

Desirable Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written and visual channels, using technology and traditional educational tools.

Demonstrated ability to write grants, obtain external funding and other in-kind program resources.

Experience with developing education materials for websites and using social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube for educational purposes.

Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and effectively with private organizations and government agencies.

Record of publishing peer reviewed articles, handbooks or extension bulletins.

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