Press Release
For Immediate Release May 19th, 2020
Contact: Stephen Bramwell, WSU Extension Thurston Co., (360) 790-9308, bramwell@wsu.edu
WSU Extension Agriculture Educator Sought for Thurston County
WSU Extension in Thurston County is hiring an Agriculture Educator. The Educator will assist in managing and promoting agricultural education programs throughout the county, and provide support for on-farm and community research.
“This educator will greatly expand the support for farming, ranching, and local food system development,” said Stephen Bramwell, Director of the WSU Thurston County Extension Office. “Clearly we’re living through unprecedented times, and there is a big need for building food system infrastructure, working with current farmers and training new farmers, and creating the systems to get food to where it is most needed.”
The agriculture educator will coordinate and manage agriculture and community food systems workshops, support regional applied research projects, and coordinate and manage Cultivating Success courses that focus on training new farmers.
Specifically the educator will work in areas of food system infrastructure, animal science and forage management programming, and building out market opportunities for grassfed livestock production. The position will also focus on addressing gaps in the food system, such as for commercial processing facilities for value-added production, and supporting market development for high-value crops in this rapidly developing region.
Applicants are sought with Bachelor’s Degree in agriculturally related fields, 3-5 years of related work experience, and good communication and information literacy skills. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to bramwell@wsu.edu. The position is open until filled.
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Stephen Bramwell; 360-867-2161; bramwell@wsu.edu at least two weeks prior to the event.