Extension Associate

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Louisiana State University (LSU)

Hammond Southeast Regional Office

On-site

Posted March 27, 2026

Job Description

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Job Posting Title:

Extension Associate

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAG PL4 - Southeast - Hammond Research Station (Christine Coker (00290732))

Work Location:

Hammond Southeast Regional Office

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

Job Description:

Work Location: Hammond Research Station, 21549 Old Covington Hwy., Hammond, LA 70403

Position Description: The individual will be expected to perform a variety of duties as an Extension associate at the Hammond Research Station. These duties include establishment and maintenance of research plots; application of chemicals (fertilizer, pesticides, herbicides, etc.); harvest; data collection; and computerizing and analyzing research data. Current projects would require the successful applicant to cooperate with various personnel of the Hammond Research Station and related units in joint tasks when deemed necessary.

Qualification Requirements: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a field of agriculture. Preference will be given to applicants with a degree in horticulture or plant science. A master’s degree is desired. Preference will be given to applicants with additional training and experience in commercial fruit and vegetable production. Must be able to operate a tractor and other farm equipment. Some travel throughout the state required. Louisiana Pesticide licensure will be required upon hire.

LSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities, we encourage them to apply (La RS 42:36).

Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Current benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Date Available: Upon completion of the selection process.

Application Deadline: December 16, 2025 or until a suitable candidate is identified.

Application Procedure: Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching files containing a letter of application, curriculum vita, official university transcripts, and three letters of reference. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to:

Dr. Christine Coker

LSU AgCenter

21549 Old Covington Hwy., Hammond, LA 70403

Phone : 985.543.4125

Fax : 985.543.4124

E-mail: CCoker@agcenter.lsu.edu

Website: www.lsuagcenter.com

The LSU Agricultural Center and LSU provide equal opportunities in programs and employment.

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Extension Associate

Posting Date:

December 2, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

About the LSU Agricultural Center:

The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com.