Agriculture Assistant Professor/Livestock Judging Coach/Agriculture Student Recruiter (FAC2865)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions –

Instruct courses in Agriculture and Agriculture related fields.  Use of online course support is expected and teaching assignments may include occasional evening courses or online courses.

Coach the HutchCC livestock judging team.

Recruit students for all Agriculture programs through high school visits, career fairs, trade shows, livestock judging camps, livestock shows and youth events.

Actively be visible at livestock events and maintain a positive presence to stakeholders, alumni, and potential recruits of the college.

Complete required advising training and advise Agriculture students.

Serve as co-sponsor for Agriculture student’s organizations including Block and Bridle and Collegiate Farm Bureau.

Supervise the Assistant Livestock Judging Coach.

Coordinate activities such as the annual Agriculture Banquet, HutchCC Livestock Judging Classic, Kansas Beef Expo Judging Contest, Kansas State Fair, livestock shows and sales and student fundraising efforts.

Maintain the HutchCC Livestock Judging Facebook page.

Maintain records and files as requested by the department.

Maintain skills in teaching methods and course development as recommended by HutchCC.

Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position

Comply with HutchCC policies, practices, and procedures.

Secondary Functions–

Participate in department activities and on campus committees.

Participate, as possible, in professional development activities at the college and within state and regional organizations.

Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the department chairperson or vice president of academic affairs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science, Agriculture Education or related field required.  Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience teaching technical/vocational courses in Agriculture is preferred.

Experience with competitive livestock judging and knowledge of collegiate livestock judging rules preferred.

Willingness to travel, primarily weekends, with the judging team.

Experience with recruiting is preferred.

The ability and willingness to teach via alternative delivery systems including interactive television, internet, and/or other distance education modes.

Excellent time management and organizational skills required.

Basic computer skills, inclusive of familiarity with MS Office Suite and website production.

The ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships with many people.

The ability to relate with students personally while maintaining professional relationships.

Valid Kansas driver’s license required.

Physical requirements include excellent verbal and written communication skills.

SALARY and STATUS:

The salary is determined by the 2025-26 Hiring Salary Schedule in the local HutchCC Master Agreement. This full-time faculty position is nine months annual (based on contract renewal), plus 40 additional days for a total of 210 workdays per contract; due process rights eligible, benefit eligible, and exempt.  For a copy of the hiring schedule for this position, please see the attached schedule, or you can visit the following address:  http://www.hutchcc.edu/hiring-schedule

APPLICATION:

Transcripts – The hired candidate will be required to submit official, non-issued to student, transcripts.

Start date: July 2026