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Ag Program Specialist

North Dakota University System
locationDevils Lake, ND 58301, USA
PublishedPublished: Published 3 days ago
Full time
POSITION: Ag Program Specialist

LOCATION: Devils Lake, North Dakota

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Must be eligible to work in the United States. There is no sponsorship for this position.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: This is a full-time, 12-month exempt position. There may be an option for this to be an 11-month position as well.

BACKGROUND CHECK: LRSC requires a successful background check for the selected candidate before starting employment.

JOB SUMMARY: Lake Region State College is seeking an energetic and organized Ag Program Specialist to support the continued growth and success of its Agriculture Programs. This full-time, 12-month position serves as a key connection between students, faculty, agricultural producers, industry partners, and the community. Responsibilities include student recruitment and advising, program promotion and marketing, event coordination, industry outreach, administrative support, and assistance with agricultural facilities, equipment, and field operations. The successful candidate will help create meaningful educational and career development opportunities while supporting hands-on learning experiences and strengthening industry partnerships.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Associate degree required; agricultural background preferred.
  • Two years of experience in agriculture, agribusiness, agricultural education, student services, program coordination, or a related field.
  • Strong communication, organizational, customer service, and project management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and database systems.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, industry partners, and community stakeholders.
  • Ability to obtain a UAV (drone) license if needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of agricultural practices, equipment, precision agriculture technologies, GPS/GIS systems, and data management tools.
  • Experience with student recruitment, event planning, marketing, outreach, or workforce development initiatives.
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student success while helping advance agricultural education, workforce development, and industry engagement across the region.

Salary: $51,900 - $65,000

SCREENING STARTS: June 21, 2025

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Fill out the LRSC employment application and information for three professional references.

CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists.

EO/AA STATEMENT: Lake Region State College is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE NOTICE: Lake Region State College will be hiring one (1) applicant for this position and will interview the top three (3) candidates. North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

NO SMOKING NOTICE: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. • 23-12-10.