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University of Arkansas

Location: FayettevilleAR 72701 Document ID: AA472-0EKH Posted on: 2017-01-3101/31/2017 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2017-03-02
 

Program Associate in Natural Resource Economics

Posting Number
NCA94P

Quick Link for Posting
http://jobs.uark.edu/postings/17521

Working Title
Program Associate in Natural Resource Economics

Position Number
10244

Department
Arkansas Forest Resources Center

About the University
About the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
The Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas County. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station ( AAES ) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service ( CES ), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

About the College/Department
The Arkansas Forest Resources Center is headquartered at the University of Arkansas at Monticello campus in partnership with the School of Forestry & Natural Resources. The Arkansas Forest Resources Center, a University of Arkansas Center of Excellence, has the mission of developing and delivering superior programs in research and extension that enhance and ensure the sustainability of forest-based natural resources. Research is administered through the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station.

Department Home Page
http://www.afrc.uamont.edu/

Job Type
Staff

Summary of Job Duties
Responsibilities will involve the use and integration of IMPLAN data and analysis tools; Forest Service FIA data; landowner databases; national and regional databases on outdoor recreation, hunting, and tourism; and other public and private databases concerning forest land. Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that all relevant application materials include details addressing the minimum qualifications. Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications will be disqualified from consideration.
Bachelor's degree plus three years related experience or a Master's degree in a relevant field such as forestry, natural resources, agriculture, or economics is required. Required experience with natural resource, forestry or agriculture economics. Must be authorized to work in the United States and have a valid driver's license.

Does this job require any license(s)/certification(s)?
No

If yes, please specify

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
The position requires excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to work both independently and as a team member. The ability to effectively interact with a diversity of partners and constituent groups is required.
Skilled in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and
IMPLAN software

Physical activities associated with this position
For questions regarding reasonable accommodations please contact the Division's Office of Affirmative Action at bbatiste@uark.edu .

Physical Conditions
The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

Work Schedule
8:00 - 4:30 Monday - Friday

Overtime Eligible
Yes

Is this position weather/ event essential?

If yes, the employee in this position will report to work at the scheduled time when the University is closed due to inclement conditions.
No

Work Location/Building
University of Arkansas at Monticello Campus

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Appointment Percent
100

Salary
Commensurate with experience.

Does this Position require a Motor Vehicle Reports Check?
Yes

Does this position require a background check?
No

If yes, please specify

Does this position require a substance abuse test?
No

Pre-employment Screening Requirements



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