University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Agriculture Communications Coordinator
University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Princess Anne, Maryland, United States, 21853
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Organization's Summary Statement:
The Office of Extension invites applicants to apply for a full-time, exempt, Contingent II, contractual position with limited benefits.
UMES Extension is an integral part of the School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences, which supports the University's mission to operate as a forward-looking center of teaching, research, and extension. The Agricultural Communications Coordinator for UMES Extension is, therefore, responsible for supporting the Office of Agricultural Communications (Ag Comm Office) in managing the physical dissemination of Ag Comm marketing materials, and in planning and supporting awareness campaigns including representing UMES Extension during fairs, community events and the like held locally, regionally and some out-of-state. The Coordinator assists the Ag Comm Director in supporting all functions of the Ag Comm Office.
The Agriculture Communications Coordinator must be outgoing and self-motivated as an ambassador for UMES Extension. As such, they must maintain extensive up-to-date knowledge of UMES Extension events, activities, research, and Specialists' and Educators' areas expertise. The Coordinator serves as a liaison in connecting community members, groups and stakeholder with UMES Extension specialists and educators.
Benefits: Paid leave, which includes five (5) days of accrued annual leave; the following eight (8) holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day; and three (3) days of accrued sick leave. (Based upon FTE). Contingent Category II employees are eligible for Health benefits (medical and pharmacy). The state subsidy is based upon the following: less than 30 hrs./week, there is no state subsidy. More than 30 hrs./week there is a 75% state subsidy.
Responsibilities
Assist the Ag Comm Director in supporting all functions of the Ag Comm
Office including events.
Plan, transport, travel to, set up and staff UMES Extension exhibits in the
community, on campus and off campus.
Strategically distribute flyers and other marketing material. Pack and ship exhibit materials to out-of-area events. Take photos/video at events as needed. Coordinate selection, assist with the supervision, and management of Ag
Comm interns.
May supervise student workers. Complete large mailing periodically for Extension events and publications. Operate specialty printers for in-house, large- and small-scale projects. Other duties as assigned. Note: This position requires availability to work extended hours during
exhibits, fairs, conventions and conferences, as well as some evenings and
weekends, and to travel.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience. Experience in marketing, communications or outreach work. Excellent written and oral communications skills. Familiarity with various communications strategies and methods,
specifically at events and in event planning.
Excellent organization skills Experience with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience with Microsoft Teams Valid driver's license
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to do some lifting (
Physical Demands
May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk. May require lifting up to internally.
Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Preferences
3-5 years of experience in marketing, communications or outreach work Photography and videography experience a plus Zoom or similar webinar software, a plus Mailchimp of similar marketing platform, a plus
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) years of professional communications experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
Knowledge of communication styles.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.
Additional Job Description
Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Best Consideration Date: N/A
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Department
UMES-AGNS-1890 Agriculture
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)
Salary Range
$44,948- $55,000
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Diversity Statement
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.
Title IX Statement
It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.
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Agriculture Communications Coordinator
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University of Maryland Eastern Shore 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Agriculture Communications Coordinator
role at
University of Maryland Eastern Shore Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. University of Maryland Eastern Shore provided pay range
This range is provided by University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$44,948.00/yr - $55,000.00/yr Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:
The Office of Extension invites applicants to apply for a full-time, exempt, Contingent II, contractual position with limited benefits.
UMES Extension is an integral part of the School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences, which supports the University's mission to operate as a forward-looking center of teaching, research, and extension. The Agricultural Communications Coordinator for UMES Extension is, therefore, responsible for supporting the Office of Agricultural Communications (Ag Comm Office) in managing the physical dissemination of Ag Comm marketing materials, and in planning and supporting awareness campaigns including representing UMES Extension during fairs, community events and the like held locally, regionally and some out-of-state. The Coordinator assists the Ag Comm Director in supporting all functions of the Ag Comm Office.
The Agriculture Communications Coordinator must be outgoing and self-motivated as an ambassador for UMES Extension. As such, they must maintain extensive up-to-date knowledge of UMES Extension events, activities, research, and Specialists' and Educators' areas expertise. The Coordinator serves as a liaison in connecting community members, groups and stakeholder with UMES Extension specialists and educators.
Benefits: Paid leave, which includes five (5) days of accrued annual leave; the following eight (8) holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day; and three (3) days of accrued sick leave. (Based upon FTE). Contingent Category II employees are eligible for Health benefits (medical and pharmacy). The state subsidy is based upon the following: less than 30 hrs./week, there is no state subsidy. More than 30 hrs./week there is a 75% state subsidy.
Responsibilities
Assist the Ag Comm Director in supporting all functions of the Ag Comm
Office including events.
Plan, transport, travel to, set up and staff UMES Extension exhibits in the
community, on campus and off campus.
Strategically distribute flyers and other marketing material. Pack and ship exhibit materials to out-of-area events. Take photos/video at events as needed. Coordinate selection, assist with the supervision, and management of Ag
Comm interns.
May supervise student workers. Complete large mailing periodically for Extension events and publications. Operate specialty printers for in-house, large- and small-scale projects. Other duties as assigned. Note: This position requires availability to work extended hours during
exhibits, fairs, conventions and conferences, as well as some evenings and
weekends, and to travel.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience. Experience in marketing, communications or outreach work. Excellent written and oral communications skills. Familiarity with various communications strategies and methods,
specifically at events and in event planning.
Excellent organization skills Experience with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience with Microsoft Teams Valid driver's license
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to do some lifting (
Physical Demands
May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk. May require lifting up to internally.
Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Preferences
3-5 years of experience in marketing, communications or outreach work Photography and videography experience a plus Zoom or similar webinar software, a plus Mailchimp of similar marketing platform, a plus
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) years of professional communications experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
Knowledge of communication styles.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.
Additional Job Description
Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Best Consideration Date: N/A
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Department
UMES-AGNS-1890 Agriculture
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)
Salary Range
$44,948- $55,000
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Diversity Statement
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.
Title IX Statement
It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Writing/Editing Industries
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Princess Anne, MD . Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr