North Carolina Cooperative Extension is searching for an Aquaculture Area Agent to support the trout industry in western North Carolina.

This “Area Specialized Agent- Aquaculture” position is primarily responsible for planning, developing, executing, evaluating and reporting the impacts of high-quality research-based extension programs in the field of aquaculture, over a designated multi-county area in western North Carolina. The Area Specialized Agent works collaboratively with county agents and Extension/research faculty from NC State University, NC A&T State, as well as industry clients, county leaders, and other partners. The expectations and job performance are governed by the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of North Carolina Cooperative Extension. Applicants are encouraged to apply by March 1.  For a full description, go to: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/156512.  Please apply or pass on to appropriate candidates.

For additional information, contact Mike Frinsko, Chair, Aquaculture Search Committee at: mofrinsk@ncsu.edu.