Agent Associate, Agriculture and Food Systems

About the role

The University of Maryland Extension seeks an Agent Associate to support the Agriculture and Food Systems program in Prince George’s County. The role will coordinate and deliver educational programs covering agronomy, horticulture, livestock, urban agriculture and agribusiness development.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with UME Agriculture and Food Systems action teams to develop, promote, implement and evaluate programs for crop production, livestock, small‑scale farming, urban agriculture and farm management.
• Deliver educational workshops on integrated pest management, pesticide safety, nutrient management and natural resource conservation.
• Provide training and recertification for certified private pesticide applicators and nutrient‑management voucher holders.
• Develop initiatives that improve farm financial viability through business development, marketing clubs, sustainable agriculture projects and continuing education.
• Work jointly with local planning agencies and regional agricultural marketing organizations to align extension activities with community needs.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience or background in agricultural extension, agronomy, horticulture, livestock production or related fields.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders including producers, planners and marketing groups.
• Strong communication and program coordination abilities.

Required skills

• Integrated pest management
• Pesticide safety procedures
• Nutrient management planning
• Natural resource conservation techniques
• Knowledge of agronomy and horticultural crop production
• Understanding of small‑scale and urban agriculture practices