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Extension Agent – Agriculture and 4-H Youth Development – Pondera County
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- $51,660 - $58,660 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
5d
Extension Agent – Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H Youth Development – Pondera County
Montana State University —Bozeman, MT
- $51,660 - $58,660 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Extension Agent – Agriculture and 4-H Youth Development – Pondera County

Montana State University -
Bozeman, MT

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Job Details

Tenure track | Non-tenure
$51,660 - $58,660 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

Volunteer support
Volunteer management
Youth engagement programs
Program development
Employee relationship building
Adult education instructional development
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Educational program evaluation
Educational program planning
Project leadership
Process program evaluations
Working with youth
Volunteer engagement program management
Youth program management

Full Job Description

Montana State University (MSU) Extension improves the lives of Montana citizens by providing unbiased research-based education and information that integrates learning, discovery, and engagement to strengthen the social, economic and environmental well-being of individuals, families, and communities. MSU Extension is committed to the land grant mission and engaging with communities to address locally identified and statewide needs. MSU Extension has a field faculty staff of 97 Extension Agents serving 56 counties and 7 reservations, and 45 subject matter experts located in Bozeman and other locations across the state. Program offerings include agriculture, horticulture, natural resources, 4-H youth development, family and consumer sciences, and community vitality programs. For additional information see the web site: Extension.

Pondera County is located in the Golden Triangle area of Montana, one hour north of Great Falls and within two hours of Glacier National Park. Conrad, the county seat, has a population of around 2,400, with total county population of around 6,000. Other towns and communities in Pondera County include Brady, Dupuyer, Heart Butte, Ledger, and Valier, with complete (K-12) school systems in Conrad, Valier, and Heart Butte. Major agricultural commodities include cattle and hogs, primarily raised on the county’s five Hutterite colonies, and crops such as small grains, pulse crops, oilseeds, and hay. Other major industries include manufacturing, tourism, and health care, including a community hospital and an assisted living facility. A portion of the Blackfeet Indian Reservation is located in the western part of the county. The Pondera County 4-H program has 104 enrolled members and 24 volunteer leaders and includes four organized 4-H clubs and one shooting sports project club.

We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with various individuals, foster and maintain effective interpersonal relationships, exhibit excellent written and verbal communications skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the Land Grant mission of Montana State University.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct community needs assessment and develop, plan, implement, facilitate, and evaluate successful, research-based educational programs in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Horticulture; 4-H Youth Development; and Community Vitality.
Provide shared leadership with the peer Pondera County agent for development, planning, facilitation, and evaluation of the Pondera County 4-H program to foster positive youth development and volunteer engagement.
Collaborate with Extension faculty and county staff to plan and execute the four-county Marias Fair and the Multi-County 4-H Camp.
Conduct community needs assessment and develop, plan, implement, facilitate, and evaluate successful, research-based educational programs in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Horticulture; 4-H Youth Development; and Community Vitality.
Provide shared leadership with the peer Pondera County agent for development, planning, facilitation, and evaluation of the Pondera County 4-H program to foster positive youth development and volunteer engagement.
Collaborate with Extension faculty and county staff to plan and execute the four-county Marias Fair and the Multi-County 4-H Camp.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, animal science, agronomy, natural resource management, or a related field.

Demonstrated ability to lead groups; assess community needs; and develop, organize, plan, teach, and evaluate effective programs.

Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership for Extension programming for youth, adults, and volunteers.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with individuals, groups, and community organizations representing a wide variety of youth and adult audiences.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Master’s degree.

At least one degree or relevant work experience in agriculture, animal science, agronomy, natural resource management, or a related field.

Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups and help them find constructive solutions to locally identified issues.

Extension experience or demonstrated understanding of the Extension education model.

Demonstrated understanding of youth and adult learning principles and their application to community-based education and outreach.

Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and provide professional development to volunteers.

The Successful Candidate Will

Possess excellent human relation skills.
Work with a high level of professionalism.
Possess the ability to work effectively with other staff members.
Demonstrate evidence of good judgment.
Have the flexibility and innovation to respond to changing needs of people in Pondera County.
Possess the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Establish relationships and work with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Ultimately, the successful candidate will be relational, responsive, and reliable.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

If the successful candidate holds a Master’s degree, the position will be filled as a tenure track position. If the successful candidate does not hold a Master’s degree, the position will be filled as a non-tenure track position; however, upon completion of a Master’s degree, they will transition to a tenure track position.

Work hours vary and are influenced by community needs. Work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, is not unusual. Position includes continuous professional development, frequent travel throughout the county, and occasional travel throughout the state of Montana.

Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver’s license, must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days of hire.)

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

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Screening of applications will begin on August 17, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

Please note – for this position – Five (5) references have been requested.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

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