Extension Assistant Professor and Program Director, Florida Master Naturalist Program Apply now Job no: 540351 Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences Department:60470000 - AG-WILDLIFE ECOLOGY - CONSERV Classification Title: Ext Ast Prof Classification Minimum Requirements: Extension Assistant Professors are required to hold a
Ph.D. or equivalent highest degree and expertise in the relevant discipline. Job Description: The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF . The Florida Master
Naturalist Program (FMNP) is an adult education program (18 and older) developed by the University of Florida/IFAS and delivered by a statewide network of certified instructors from UF/IFAS Extension and other participating organizations. The mission of the FMNP is to promote awareness, understanding, and respect of Florida's natural world among Florida's citizens and visitors. FMNP graduates share their knowledge
with others and contribute to conservation efforts. FMNP courses are appropriate for anyone interested in learning more about Florida’s environment, includes both lay and professional audiences, and consistently graduates more than 1,000 participants per year. Duties and Responsibilities This is a non-tenure track 12-month Extension Assistant Professor position (80% Extension and 20% Teaching) in the Department of
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation. The incoming faculty member will assume leadership and oversee all aspects of the Florida Master Naturalist Program and deliver an innovative and integrated Extension and teaching program to further the mission of the FMNP. Major responsibilities of the successful candidate include: Oversight and decisions associated with all aspects of managing the FMNP, including personnel,
partnerships associated with program management, finances/fund-raising, program registration, and maintaining an active and engaged FMNP Advisory Board. Includes supervision of half-time program assistant. Managing FMNP instructor network (~160 current instructors): including recruiting and training new instructors; providing training, support, recognition, and incentives for existing instructors; and ensuring all
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