Jobs

All applications for employment with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County and other county extension associations must be submitted through the Cornell University Employment system. We do post available job and internship opportunities on this page when they become available, with links to the Cornell website, for your convenience.

Current Openings

LOCAL FOOD EDUCATOR:

We are looking for a Local Food Educator who will deliver educational programming to adults and youth in the areas of local foods and agriculture under the supervision of the Community Vitality Senior Team Leader. This position will be responsible for leading local agriculture and farm-to-school programming and activities for youth and their families during the school year and through farmers’ market educational outreach during the summer months. The Local Food Educator will provide an educational curriculum for foods being served in school meal programs. This position will also lead the summer Power of Produce (POP) Club using an established curriculum and assist with the development of local food guides and calendars, public outreach, and communications, and will oversee volunteers in the program.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an online application, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and position will remain open until filled.

This is a full-time non-exempt position - 100% FTE, 37.5 hours per week at an hourly rate of $23.25/hour. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, including health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education (Associate Degree and two (2) years transferrable program/function experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which will include early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends, as appropriate, especially during the farmers’ market season.

For more information and to apply click here.

POWER OF PRODUCE (POP) CLUB EDUCATOR:

This position will serve as the educator for the Power of Produce (POP) Club farmers’ market program, working directly with over 300 kids at summer farmers’ markets in the Adirondack region. This position will implement a menu of existing POP Club and local foods curricula through activities such as one-on-one teaching, group classes, and workshops, and will cover topics including but not limited to nutrition, pollination, and composting.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an online application, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and position will remain open until filled.

This is a temporary full-time non-exempt position - 100% FTE, 37.5 hours per week. Position duration spans 13 to 14 weeks, from late May until early September. The hourly rate is $18.35/hour. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, including health and dental insurance and retirement.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or Equivalent Education (GED/High School Diploma and one (1) year transferrable program/functional experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which will include early mornings, evenings and weekends, as dictated by farmers’ market days and hours.

For more information and to apply click here.

4-H EDUCATOR:

Whether or not you grew up in 4-H, you are invited to join a great team working with incredible 4-H educators across NYS to support young lives and healthy communities. The work of a 4-H Program Educator includes a wide range of programming opportunities with 4-H youth, clubs, and volunteers as well as in-school and after-school programming.

This position will serve as the 4-H Program Educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Essex County and will deliver already-existing educational programming to youth within the 4-H Youth Development program and direct 4-H volunteer efforts. This position is under the leadership and oversight of the Community Vitality Program Senior Team Leader. This position will work closely with the Community Vitality Program Team to expand program areas to include, but not limited to: animal husbandry & show presence, Agriculture in the Classroom, shooting sports, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, agriculture, and math), and youth wellness programs. Program delivery will occur during regular office hours, evenings, weekends, and after-school and summer programs. This position will include, but not be limited to: utilizing existing volunteer programming resources to recruit new 4-H volunteers; providing orientation and training of 4-H volunteers; and providing ongoing follow-up to volunteers that ensures initial and continued 4-H club and program success.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an online application, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and position will remain open until filled.

This is a full-time non-exempt position - 100% FTE, 37.5 hours per week at an hourly rate of $23.24/hour. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education (Associate Degree and two (2) years transferrable program/function experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

For more information and to apply click here

AGRICULTURE & LOCAL FOOD TEAM LEADER:

This position will serve as the Agriculture and Local Food Team Leader for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Essex County and will provide leadership and management in program development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative education programs in Agriculture and Local Food. This position will work directly with farmers, farmland owners, and food producers to develop strong relationships within the agricultural community as well as within the Association by working closely with the Association Executive Director. This position will collaborate with the Association Community Vitality Team Leader to fulfill agriculture, local food, and workforce development programming. This position will implement the Essex County Farmland Protection and Food System Plan and work closely with the Adirondack Harvest program. This position is responsible for administrative and programmatic supervision of staff, budget development, and effective management of resources. 

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an online application, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and position will remain open until filled.

This position is a full-time exempt position - 100% FTE. The annual salary for this position is $58,000.00 to $62,000.00 commensurate with experience. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, including: health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick, and personal leave.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree.
• Two (2) years volunteer or related work experience.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position which include but are not limited to the ability to lift and move 20-50 pounds.

For more information and to apply click here.

LOOKING FOR MORE CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN THIS REGION? CHECK OUT THE JOBS PAGES OF OUR COLLEAGUES IN THESE COUNTIES:

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The Cornell Willsboro Research Farm (48 Farrell Rd., Willsboro, NY) is seeking applicants for three positions – one is permanent, and the other two are temporary (late spring, summer, early fall). Applicants must be 18 years old or older.

The Willsboro Research Farm encompasses 352 acres, with an additional 40 acres of research fields at the Miner Institute in Chazy, NY. Research projects are diverse and include breeding, horticulture, and crop and soil science research on small grains, corn, biofuel grasses, grapes, high tunnel production, and much more. The farm is managed by Cornell University Agriculture Experiment Station (CUAES) as a site for interdisciplinary applied research. All positions cooperatively support agricultural research, teaching, and extension projects in accordance with the Land Grant Mission.

FIELD ASSISTANT II (full-time, permanent): As the Field Assistant II you will participate in most phases of research and production to support 10+ faculty research programs. You will be most successful in this role if you have a High School Diploma with 2 years’ experience in commercial or research farming or equivalent combination of education and experience. For complete details and application visit this link.

TEMPORARY AGRICULTURAL WORKER/FIELD ASSISTANT (full-time, temporary/seasonal): The temporary summer field assistant will help maintain the horticultural and agronomic field experiments at the Cornell Willsboro Research Farm with planting, weeding, harvesting a range of crops including strawberries, juneberries, honeyberries, Aronia berries, elderberries, forage and grain sorghums, sprouting broccoli and cabbage. Assist with data and sample collection and processing. This is a full-time, 39-hour per week, 5-month appointment (May - October). For complete details and application visit this link.

TEMPORARY AGRICULTURAL WORKER/FIELD ASSISTANT (part-time, temporary/seasonal): The temporary summer field assistant will help maintain the horticultural and agronomic field experiments at the Cornell Willsboro Research Farm with planting, weeding, harvesting a range of crops including strawberries, juneberries, honeyberries, Aronia berries, elderberries, forage and grain sorghums, sprouting broccoli and cabbage. Assist with data and sample collection and processing. This is a part-time, 19-hour per week, 5- month appointment (May – October). For complete details and application visit this link.

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. They strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

For the three positions with The Cornell Willsboro Research Farm, please call Mike Davis, Cornell Willsboro Research Farm Research Associate, at 518-963-7492 if you have any questions.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Last updated April 19, 2024