Job Description
Position Information
Posting Number: PG190847CE
Position Number: NE-00111969-0326
Position Type: NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)
Department Information
Job City & State: Halifax, NC
Department: NCCE Halifax County
System Information
Working Title: Area Agent, Horticulture (Assistant, Associate or Full)
Appointment: 12 Month Recurring
Job Type: Full-Time - Permanent
FTE: 1.00
Position Overview
The Area Extension Agent is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating an outcome-based program addressing issues and opportunities identified in Edgecombe, Halifax and Northampton Counties. The agent must have technical competence in both consumer and commercial horticulture and in the delivery of non-formal education programs, the identification of plants, pests and diagnosis of plant problems, assist with pesticide education, aquatic weed management, develop and work with stakeholder-based committees that provide direction for Extension programs; work with community organizations to effectively link Extension with local resources and clients; and effectively recruit, train, and manage Extension Master Gardener volunteers to expand outreach efforts. Other duties include overseeing the Roanoke Valley Farmers Market, working with the Halifax/Northampton Beekeepers Association and other duties as assigned. This position will be based in either Edgecombe, Halifax or Northampton County.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit: North Carolina Cooperative Extension provides residents access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University, delivering unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens through educational programs, publications, and events.
Responsibilities
The applicant will be responsible for working with homeowners, community groups, commercial horticultural crop producers, professional landscape and turf professionals, and others to increase knowledge of horticultural issues and the implementation of best management practices. Additional responsibilities include:
Recruiting and training new Master Gardeners
Pesticide education as it pertains to horticulture and the green industry
Developing and coordinating youth horticulture programs
Commercial horticulture education in fruit and vegetable production, sweet potatoes, nursery and greenhouse production, turfgrass management, beekeeping, pond weeds and forestry
Working with staff to support the entire Extension program
Overseeing related activities such as the Roanoke Valley Farmers Market and partnerships with local organizations
Other duties may include working with staff to implement program activities in Edgecombe, Halifax, and Northampton Counties and related outreach responsibilities.
Other Work/Responsibilities
The professional in this position must be energetic, enjoy working with individuals and groups, be able to work with diverse audiences, and manage multiple tasks with little supervision. They must possess a high degree of subject matter competence, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and develop subject-matter related 4-H programming. Frequent travel within three counties and occasional travel outside these counties using a personal vehicle is required.
Supervisory
Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises: 0
Percent of Time Spent: N/A
Requirements and Preferences
Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key: Not Applicable
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM; evenings and weekends as required
Minimum Experience/Education: One of the following educational requirements:
A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 overall or 3.0 in the job-related field (the minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor's degree).
A Bachelor's degree and completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, with at least one degree in the job-related field.
Completion of a Master's degree with at least one degree in the job-related field.
Department Required Skills: A Bachelor's degree in Horticultural Science or related field is required. Some travel within the district and state is required. Travel is reimbursed following state guidelines.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: A Master’s degree at time of hiring is desirable; the expectation is that a Master’s degree will be pursued after hiring.
Required License or Certification: Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation. Valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Physical Required? No
List any other medical/drug tests required: N/A
Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range: Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000; Minimum Doctorate $50,000; Commensurate with experience.
Internal Transfer Only: No
Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date: 03/27/2026
Applicant Information
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EEO
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If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
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Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Monday to Friday, Weekend work, Afternoon shift