Program Specialist II-2

Job Title Program Specialist II-2 Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries Management Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description About   Texas A&M AgriLife     Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:   Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service   Texas A&M AgriLife Research   College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University   Texas A&M Forest Service   Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory   As the   nation’s   largest   most   comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System.   With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.   Click   here   to learn more about how   you   can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!   Position   Information   Responsibilities: Educational Program Development and Delivery Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive statewide Extension program addressing feral hog biology, ecology, damage assessment, population management, and control. Deliver educational programs throughout Texas for landowners, agricultural producers, wildlife managers, natural resource professionals, County Extension Agents, and other relevant audiences. Develop and deliver workshops, field days, demonstrations, webinars, seminars, conferences, and other educational events addressing feral hog management. Identify emerging feral hog management issues and develop timely educational responses to stakeholder needs. Provide technical support and subject-matter expertise to County Extension Agents and other AgriLife personnel addressing feral hog-related questions and management concerns. Assist County Extension Agents in identifying local feral hog management needs and developing programs tailored to local conditions. Applied Research and Result Demonstrations Collaborate with Extension Specialists, faculty, County Extension Agents, landowners, agricultural producers, and natural resource agencies to identify priority feral hog management questions. Design, coordinate, and assist with applied research projects and result demonstrations evaluating feral hog management techniques, technologies, and strategies. Assist County Extension Agents in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating local feral hog result demonstrations. Collect, manage, analyze, and interpret data generated through applied demonstrations and Extension projects. Translate findings from applied research and demonstrations into practical recommendations for landowners, producers, natural resource professionals, and the public. Collaborate with Texas A&M AgriLife Research and other research partners to facilitate the transfer of research findings into Extension programming. Extension Publications and Educational Materials Develop, write, edit, and update Extension publications addressing feral hog management and related wildlife damage issues. Develop fact sheets, technical reports, management guides, decision-support tools, presentations, curricula, and other educational resources. Translate peer-reviewed research into practical Extension recommendations and educational materials. Digital and Social Media Outreach Develop and contribute science-based content for AgriLife Extension websites, newsletters, social media platforms, videos, podcasts, webinars, and other digital communication channels. Work with Extension communications professionals and faculty to develop engaging content that communicates feral hog management concepts to diverse audiences. Develop timely educational content in response to emerging feral hog issues, management technologies, regulatory changes, and stakeholder concerns. Utilize digital technologies and innovative communication strategies to expand the reach and impact of feral hog Extension programming. Stakeholder and Partnership Development Establish and maintain productive relationships with landowners, agricultural producers, County Extension Agents, wildlife professionals, natural resource agencies, agricultural organizations, conservation organizations, municipalities, and other stakeholders. Collaborate with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, USDA Wildlife Services, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute, universities, state and federal agencies, and other organizations involved in feral hog management. Serve as a representative of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension at relevant meetings, conferences, workshops, field days, and professional events. Identify opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration involving wildlife management, agriculture, rangeland management, water resources, economics, animal science, and other relevant disciplines. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in wildlife science, wildlife management, natural resources, range science, agricultural science, biology, ecology, or a closely related field. Two years of experience in wildlife management, natural resource management, agricultural production, wildlife damage management, or a closely related field. Preferred Qualifications: Master's or non-thesis Masters in wildlife science, wildlife management, natural resources, range science, agricultural science, biology, ecology, or a closely related field. Experience specifically related to feral hog biology, ecology, damage management, population control, trapping, or integrated wildlife damage management. Experience designing, implementing, or evaluating applied field research or result demonstrations. Experience developing E