Posting Detail Information

Working TitleCommunications and Program Coordinator- Agricultural Water Quality Program (AWQP)

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202500171AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000-$55,000 plus comprehensive benefits package.

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on02/24/2025

Description of Work Unit

The Department of Soil and Crop Sciences is focused on education, research, and outreach to solve the world’s most pressing food production issues and crucial matters about Earth, its ecosystems, and their services. Our faculty and staff apply research-based solutions to benefit Colorado and the world. We offer academic programs to prepare students to address national and global crop production, sustainability, and environmental quality challenges such as waste management, water quality, and reclamation of drastically disturbed lands. There are numerous opportunities for students to be involved in cutting edge research related to global food production and ecosystem function and protection.

Position Summary

This position will provide research and outreach support, and supervision in the Agricultural Water Quality Program ( AWQP ) in the Department of Soil and Crop Science at Colorado State University. The AWQP operates throughout the State of Colorado carrying out outreach, applied research, and demonstration related to Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) and water quality. All work is done in close collaboration with the agricultural community, The Colorado Department of Agriculture and The Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment. The AWQP focuses on applied research and outreach, providing farmers with timely tools and information to address the State’s water quality and agronomic challenges.

A signing bonus of up to $1,500 may be considered for successful candidates. Current CSU employees are not eligible for the signing bonus.

Required Job Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. degree + 3 years professional experience or master’s degree. Degree(s) in a natural resources, agricultural sciences, engineering, watershed sciences, agricultural economics or other closely related discipline from an accredited institution.

• Demonstrated ability and expertise for developing relationships and engaging in activities with varied clientele, communities and stakeholders.

• Excellent written, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Outstanding attention to detail and experience meeting deadlines

• Proficient knowledge and experience in the application of word processing, spreadsheets, and related management and publication software.

• Ability to work independently and with the team and creatively to develop new outreach mechanisms.

• Adept at problem solving, task prioritization, and time management.

• Willingness and ability to seek additional funding via grant opportunities.

• Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.

• Overnight travel is required

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Completed Master’s Degree

• Ability to meet the environmental and physical demands of this position which may include seasonal work on agricultural research fields

• Experience writing/reviewing communication media including social media, websites, and printed materials

• Experience or willingness and ability to learn Outlook, Adobe Creative Cloud, WordPress, and video editing software, ArcGis, Canva

• Experience with grant writing

• Experience managing deadlines and coordinating personnel for research projects

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryProject Operations and Managment

Duty/Responsibility

• Under the leadership of the program director this position will facilitate grant related activities including seeking funding opportunities, proposal writing, editing and submission

• This position will take the lead on stakeholder communication with University, public and private sector partners

• This position will serve as program operations liaison to ensure deliverables and deadlines are met. This will include outreach activity coordination, some project management duties and building streamlined team workflows

• Occasional field work will be required as needed to assist the team with research and demonstration goals as required

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryOutreach and Extension

Duty/Responsibility

• Expand and enhance the outreach and Extension component of the program

• Engage with a diverse set of public and private sector partners; maintain existing relationships and seek new collaborative opportunities

• Edit peer reviewed journal articles

• Write factsheets, technical bulletins, and other outreach publications.

• Effectively utilize multimedia platforms and methods (websites, videography, social media) to enrich outreach activities and promote research activities of the AWQP .

• Coordinate and attend conferences and other outreach events

• Non-technical presentations to diverse audiences

Percentage Of Time50

Job Duty CategorySupervision

Duty/Responsibility

• Provide guidance to student hourly employees as needed related to outreach and team coordination

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled but for full consideration, please apply by February 24, 2025. Applicants should upload the following: (1) a resume or CV; (2) a cover letter addressing your qualifications; (3) unofficial transcripts; (4) a one-page outreach example (such as brochure, factsheet, sample webpage) on a technical topic related to the position, written for a lay audience; (5) contact information of three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. A signing bonus of up to $1,500 may be considered for successful candidates. Current CSU employees are not eligible for the signing bonus.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License - or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date. , Travel - some overnight travel is required

Search ContactErik Wardle, Erik.Wardle@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume or CV

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Other

Optional Documents