Extension Learning and Development Specialist - Dairy Goat

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver integrated extension and outreach programming focused on dairy goat production and sustainability.
• Create producer‑focused training modules, workshops, field days, webinars, podcasts, publications, and videos.
• Coordinate with project co‑PIs and partner institutions on extension strategies and outreach content.
• Design and deploy training modules for practicing veterinarians.
• Prepare instructional materials and maintain regular communication with project leaders and stakeholders.
• Collect and analyze participant feedback through surveys and other assessment tools.
• Assist in developing and delivering an intensive dairy goat production and sustainability workshop for high‑school students.
• Evaluate success of all educational programs and objectives.
• Assist with the creation of a 1‑credit undergraduate elective on dairy goat sustainability, including packaging materials for online use.
• Develop educational tools to support veterinary students working with small‑scale production animal operations.
• This is a fixed-term position with an end date of 3/31/2029 with the opportunity for renewal.
• Occasional travel will be involved in this role.

Requirements

• Background in instructional/curriculum design and knowledge of curriculum development tools such as Articulate 360, etc.
• Experience organizing and implementing online education and in-person training programs and assessing their effectiveness.
• Demonstrated knowledge related to the dairy industry, animal science, and/or animal agriculture.
• Experience applying Extension frameworks to deliver instruction for audiences with varying levels of experience or learning goals.
• Experience interpreting technical or research-based content and translating it into accessible educational materials for youth, college students, and adult learners.
• About Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension and Outreach:
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This posting will be open until filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications need to be submitted before July 6th, 2026.
• Application Instructions:
• To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter
• Why Choose Iowa State University?
• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
• If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
• Appointment Type:
• Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)
• Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
• March 31, 2029
• Number of Months Employed Per Year:
• 12 Month Work Period
• Time Type:
• Full time
• Pay Grade:
• PS808
• Original Posting Date:
• June 22, 2026
• Posting Close Date

Benefits

Additional Information

Position Title: Extension Learning and Development Specialist - Dairy Goat Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of related experience Job Description: Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Are you looking for a role where your work truly matters-to producers, students, veterinarians, and communities? Do you want to join a team where mission-driven work and work-life balance go hand in hand? If so, the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Extension and Outreach team is currently seeking applicants for a Learning and Development Specialist II that will focus on providing training for dairy goat production and sustainability. This position is specifically designed to provide educational development support for a USDA Sustainable Agricultural Systems grant related to dairy goat production in the United States. For more information about this project, please visit our website at https://www.dairygoatagrisystems.org/ .

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