Beef Field Specialist - Northwest Iowa
Iowa State University, Sibley, IA, United States
Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience
Position Title
Beef Field Specialist - Northwest Iowa
Job Group
Professional & Scientific
Special Required Qualifications
Valid U.S. Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Animal Science or closely related field.
Experience and/or knowledge of beef cattle industry.
Experience developing and delivering research‑based or technical education programming; preferably related to beef cattle industry.
Experience conducting needs assessments and evaluating program impact.
Experience with revenue generation, program sponsorship, and resource administration.
Job Description
Beef Field Specialist will provide research‑based educational programming and engagement for cattle producers in Northwest Iowa, supporting regional and statewide needs assessment, planning, and program implementation. The role requires collaboration with county councils, field specialists, program directors, staff, and stakeholders to drive program evaluation and activity tracking.
What You'll Do
Deliver research‑based educational programming for cattle producers in northwest Iowa while contributing to regional and statewide needs assessment, planning, and program implementation.
Promote engagement and education for all Iowans through programming, delivery, consultation, and technical assistance.
Provide programmatic oversight, including training county staff, volunteers, and collaborators, and establishing local and regional networks to build community capacity and add value for cattle producers.
Serve as a subject‑matter expert for beef production, leading programs such as BQA/BQAT certifications, Advanced Cattle Feeders Clinics, Feedlot Short Course, and Calving Clinics.
Secure, administer, and steward resources—including grants, contracts, sponsorships, and volunteers—while following appropriate fiscal practices and pursuing revenue‑generating opportunities.
Collaborate effectively with county councils, field specialists, program directors, staff, and stakeholders; support personnel as appropriate; and conduct needs assessments, program evaluation, and activity tracking.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the cattle industry, possess strong relationship‑building abilities, along with excellent communication and organizational skills.
Employment Details
Appointment Type: Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)
Proposed End Date: June 30, 2027
Number Of Months Employed Per Year: 12 month work period
Time Type: Full time
Pay Grade: PS808
Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students
About
The Iowa Beef Center at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, serves as the university's extension program to cattle producers. Our center comprises a dedicated group of faculty and staff from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, the College of Veterinary Medicine, and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. We work together to develop and deliver the latest in research‑based information to improve the profitability and vitality of Iowa's beef industry.
Benefits
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long‑term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions
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Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience
Position Title
Beef Field Specialist - Northwest Iowa
Job Group
Professional & Scientific
Special Required Qualifications
Valid U.S. Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Animal Science or closely related field.
Experience and/or knowledge of beef cattle industry.
Experience developing and delivering research‑based or technical education programming; preferably related to beef cattle industry.
Experience conducting needs assessments and evaluating program impact.
Experience with revenue generation, program sponsorship, and resource administration.
Job Description
Beef Field Specialist will provide research‑based educational programming and engagement for cattle producers in Northwest Iowa, supporting regional and statewide needs assessment, planning, and program implementation. The role requires collaboration with county councils, field specialists, program directors, staff, and stakeholders to drive program evaluation and activity tracking.
What You'll Do
Deliver research‑based educational programming for cattle producers in northwest Iowa while contributing to regional and statewide needs assessment, planning, and program implementation.
Promote engagement and education for all Iowans through programming, delivery, consultation, and technical assistance.
Provide programmatic oversight, including training county staff, volunteers, and collaborators, and establishing local and regional networks to build community capacity and add value for cattle producers.
Serve as a subject‑matter expert for beef production, leading programs such as BQA/BQAT certifications, Advanced Cattle Feeders Clinics, Feedlot Short Course, and Calving Clinics.
Secure, administer, and steward resources—including grants, contracts, sponsorships, and volunteers—while following appropriate fiscal practices and pursuing revenue‑generating opportunities.
Collaborate effectively with county councils, field specialists, program directors, staff, and stakeholders; support personnel as appropriate; and conduct needs assessments, program evaluation, and activity tracking.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the cattle industry, possess strong relationship‑building abilities, along with excellent communication and organizational skills.
Employment Details
Appointment Type: Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)
Proposed End Date: June 30, 2027
Number Of Months Employed Per Year: 12 month work period
Time Type: Full time
Pay Grade: PS808
Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students
About
The Iowa Beef Center at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, serves as the university's extension program to cattle producers. Our center comprises a dedicated group of faculty and staff from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, the College of Veterinary Medicine, and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. We work together to develop and deliver the latest in research‑based information to improve the profitability and vitality of Iowa's beef industry.
Benefits
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long‑term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions
#J-18808-Ljbffr