Camden County Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent - University of GA
Camden County Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent - University of Georgia
Posting Number: F2488P
Working Title: Camden County Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent
Department: CAES-Southeast District CES
College/Unit/Department website: https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/camden.html
Posting Type: External
Advertised Salary: Minimum salary: $56,000; Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date: 01/01/2026
Faculty Rank: Public Service Assistant
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Natural Resources or related area. A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment. See Additional Requirements below.
Position Summary
This position provides educational programming in the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) area in Camden County by providing educational opportunities in production agriculture, horticulture, and natural resources to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods. Camden County has a rich history of an extraordinary Natural Resources and Horticulture program with a Farm Gate Value of over $19M. Camden County’s highest value commodities are timber, ornamental horticulture, and fruits and nuts. County stakeholders rely heavily on the County Agent. Homeowners, Master Gardner Extension Volunteers and Master Naturalists also depend on the Agent’s expertise to provide training and programming to the citizens of the community.
This position involves frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are necessary. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others including 4-H Youth and adult clientele is also a common and necessary function of the job. 4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.