Agriculture Instructor/Program Advancement Coordinator
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Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas
Posted Sep 11, 2026
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Closing Date: Type of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (UA Cossatot) began in DeQueen, Arkansas in 1975 as an Arkansas Vocational-Technical School, designed to provide relevant workforce training for four counties in southwest Arkansas. Fast forward to now where UA Cossatot has four vibrant campuses and over 1500 students learning in a variety of for-credit disciplines plus a host of area industry employees sharpening their skills through our workforce training programs. UA Cossatot prides itself on a safe work environment, where all employees undergo rigorous background checks and are welcomed to the college with an abundance of hands-on orientations to their positions. UA Cossatot also embraces Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) where everything we do is measured and analyzed to ensure we are giving students the very best we have to offer. CQI involves all employees and completes a cycle that starts with the strategic plan and ends with an Institutional Effectiveness Evaluation. It's okay to brag a little when you work for UA Cossatot!Cossatot Community College of the University o Arkansas is an NCA-accredited two-year institution affiliated with the University of Arkansas System with Campuses in De Queen, Nashville, Ashdown, and Lockesburg Arkansas. The Colleges designated service area includes Sevier, Little River, Howard and Pike counties. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please submit a request via the OEOC website: Applicants are required to submit a request for each position to which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (870) 584-1104. Department: Division of Professional and Technical Programs Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Agriculture Instructor/Coordinator of Program Advancement is responsible for providing high-quality instruction while serving as the primary leader for the growth and development of the Agriculture Program at UA Cossatot. This is a full-time, on-campus position requiring 40 hours per week, with occasional travel. The appointment year runs from August 1 through June 30, providing the month of July off each year, and renews annually. Primary Responsibilities • Teach assigned courses, develop curriculum, assess student learning outcomes, and create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for careers in agriculture. • Aggressively grow the Agriculture Program through student recruitment, community outreach, and strategic partnerships with schools, FFA chapters, industry, and other colleges. • Help develop and guide a collegiate judging team. • Advise the Collegiate FFA chapter. • Plan and expand the annual Colts Classic competition. • Participate in grant writing and administration. • Oversee the development of a campus farm. • Manage the greenhouse. Qualifications: · Master's degree in agriculture or closely related field. · Relevant experience in agriculture, agribusiness, agricultural education, or related field. · Experience with FFA, Extension, judging teams, or similar leadership programs preferred. · Previous teaching experience preferred. Additional Information: Annual Compensation Package Includes Annual salary range of $50,000–$55,000, depending on experience, education, and hands-on farming experience. Compensation package includes health, dental, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a retirement plan with employer matching; paid sick leave; and educational assistance for employees and their dependents. All applications must include a cover letter, an updated résumé, and copies of college transcripts. Applications received without the required documents will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Salary Information: Annual salary range of $50,000–$55,000, depending on experience, education, and hands-on farming experience. Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: All applications must include a cover letter, an updated résumé, and copies of college transcripts. Applications received without the required documents will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Recruitment Contact Information: Kelly Plunk, Director of Human Resources, (870) 584-1104 or All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: Yes