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Extension Assistant/Associate Professor or Professional Practice Extension Assistant Professor- Horticulture - Cache County Requisition ID: 2026-10903 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: Extension Department: Extension Agriculture and Natural Res Advertised Salary: Based on Experience Overview Utah State University Extension invites applications for a tenure-track Extension Assistant or Associate Professor position specializing in Horticulture and Natural Resources in Cache County, Utah. Extension faculty develop, implement, evaluate, and coordinate research-based educational programs that address local needs and enhance quality of life for residents. Faculty also recruit, train, and support volunteer leaders and serve as a liaison between local communities, partner agencies, and Utah State University faculty, specialists, and programs. This position includes county and university responsibilities, with an office located at the USU Extension Cache County office in Logan, Utah. Cache County is located in northern Utah's Cache Valley and is home to Utah State University's main campus. The county has a strong agricultural heritage, with dairy production, livestock operations, crop production, and irrigated farmland contributing to its economy and identity. The area also includes growing residential communities, established neighborhoods, small farms, and expanding urban and suburban landscapes. As Cache County continues to grow, residents and agricultural producers face increasing challenges associated with water availability, agricultural land preservation, urban development, landscape management, and natural resource conservation. The Bear River watershed, Logan River, surrounding mountains, and agricultural lands provide important natural resources and opportunities for research-based education. The position requires knowledge of horticulture, urban and agricultural water conservation, and natural resource management relevant to the county's changing needs. Educational priorities may include sustainable landscaping, home gardening, Master Gardener programming, soil health, irrigation efficiency, small-acreage management, and responsible stewardship of natural resources. We welcome candidates with diverse interests and experience in horticulture and natural resources who are interested in developing innovative, practical educational programs for both established and emerging audiences. Responsibilities Program Leadership and Educational Outreach * Provide leadership for Extension educational activities focused on horticulture, Master Gardener programs, natural resources, and water conservation in Cache County. * Develop, implement, and evaluate research-based educational programs for adults, including homeowners, gardeners, agricultural producers, small-acreage landowners, and community stakeholders. * Address emerging county needs related to urban growth, sustainable landscaping, irrigation efficiency, soil and plant health, and natural resource stewardship. * Develop partnerships and use innovative approaches to reach existing clientele and new... For full info follow application link. USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).