Extension Assistant

08-Oct-2025 to Until Filled (CST)

Cooperative Extension

Jefferson City, MO, USA

Hourly

Full Time

PURPOSE:

To assist State Extension Specialist to develop evaluations and surveys.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Main role is to develop evaluations and surveys during educational events.
• Data entry.
• Develop surveys to determine consumer and vendor preferences at LU-Farmers Market.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with soil sample collection at the Finca EcoFarm and other demonstration plots.
• Miscellaneous activities to support the work done by State Extension Specialist.
• Offer support at the LU-Farmers Market on Saturday mornings, when necessary.
• Set up a vendor table for the SCP to promote the program and events.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have a master’s degree in Sustainable Agriculture or related fields.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

• Being able to work as a team member.
• Being able to work on his/her own and follow instructions.
• Some knowledge of native plants and vegetables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The ability to lift heavy objects.
• The ability to remain on your feet for long periods.
• Ability to work under different weather conditions.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and
is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln
University. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to
time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its
performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s
responsibility.