Program Specialist II-1 – Feral Hog Extension Specialist

About the role

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is seeking a Program Specialist II-1 to lead a statewide Extension program focused on feral hog biology, ecology, damage assessment, and management. The role involves developing educational content, coordinating research demonstrations, and collaborating with stakeholders across Texas.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and evaluate a comprehensive Extension program on feral hog management for landowners, producers, and natural‑resource professionals.
• Design and deliver workshops, field days, webinars, and other educational events, and provide technical support to County Extension Agents.
• Collaborate with researchers and partners to design applied research projects and result demonstrations, collect and analyze data, and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Create and update Extension publications, fact sheets, management guides, and digital content for websites, newsletters, and social media.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with agencies such as Texas Parks and Wildlife, USDA Wildlife Services, and other stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in wildlife science, natural resources, agriculture, biology, ecology or a related field.
• At least two years of experience in wildlife or natural‑resource management, preferably with feral hog issues.
• Preferred: Master’s degree and experience in applied field research, Extension publication development, and delivering adult education programs.

Required skills

• Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Quantitative data analysis and interpretation.
• Proficiency with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases).
• Digital content creation for websites, social media, video, webinars, and other online platforms.