- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 30 to 80 hours bi-weekly
- Education: Bachelor's degree
- Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
- Agronomy and crop science
- Agriculture, agriculture operations and related sciences, other
Work site environment
OutdoorsAt heightsDustyHotNoisyOdoursWet/dampPotato and vegetable
Work setting
Rural areaRemote locationRelocation costs not covered by employer
Tasks
Analyze agricultural dataShare research reports to farmersLiaise with researchers, educators and government or business managers on matters pertaining to farming and agricultureMaintain records of services provided and the effects of advice givenPrepare and conduct advisory information sessions and lectures for farmers and other groupsProvide counselling and advisory services to farmers on agricultural subjects
Area of work experience
Environmental managementField cropsIrrigation and drainageLand usePolicy and administrationPlant disease, pest and weed prevention and eradicationPlant growth and developmentPlant nutrition
Transportation/travel information
Own vehiclePublic transportation is not availableValid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environmentWork under pressureTight deadlinesAttention to detailAbility to distinguish between coloursSittingCombination of sitting, standing, walkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingHandling heavy loadsPhysically demanding
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityJudgementOrganizedTeam player
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you willing to relocate for this position?Do you have experience working in this field?Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?Do you live near the job location?Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?
Green job
Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
