The Division of Applied Social Sciences seeks applications and nominations for a Professional Development Specialist within the academic program of Agricultural Education and Leadership at the University of Missouri.

The mission of the agricultural education program is to prepare students to become educators for leadership positions within the agriculture, food and natural resources field. This position will coordinate professional development and in-service programs for school-based agricultural education educators. These programs include, but are not limited to, area and district seminars, technical institutes, credit and non-credit workshops, and an induction program for first- and second-year teachers. This position also will assist in planning and coordinating the annual MVATA summer conference, annual State CDEs held during the State FFA Convention and assist staff in Agricultural Education in providing leadership for public school programs in agriculture. The position will annually assess the educational and professional development needs of school-based agricultural education educators. The successful candidate will also be involved in professional activities, including serving on the MVATA Professional Development Committee and on the MoACTE Program Improvement Committee.

Appointment and Starting Date: Appointment is an unranked, non-regular, benefit eligible position with funding provided through an annual contract with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The position is an 100% appointment (1.0 FTE) and will begin August 1, 2024.

Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in Agricultural Education or related field.

Candidates will be evaluated on: Three or more years of teaching school-based agricultural education. Presentation and written communication skills. The ability to secure the respect of agriculture teachers and stakeholders of agricultural education programs. Aptitude and desire to work collaboratively in a team atmosphere while also being a self-starter. Organizational and managerial skills.

To apply for this position and obtain additional information, please visit the University of Missouri-Columbia Human Resources website: http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic, Job ID 51604.

Review and screening of applications will begin June 10, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. A complete application package includes: 1) Letter of interest, 2) Resume or curriculum vita, 3) Official transcripts of all college course work, 4) Evidence of effective presentation, teaching, and written communication skills, and 5) The names of two professional references that can be contacted by the committee.

Contact if you have additional questions:

Professional Development Specialist Search Committee

C/O Dr. Jon Simonsen, Associate Professor and Chair

Agricultural Education and Leadership

126 Gentry Hall

University of Missouri

Columbia, MO 65211

Email: simonsenj@missouri.edu

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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