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All applications for regular employment with Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County and other county extension associations must be submitted through the Cornell University Employment system (see information at left). Instructions for applying to temporary positions will be provided in the position announcement. We do post available job and internship opportunities on this page when they become available, with links to the Cornell website, for your convenience.
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Open Positions
Agriculture & Horticulture Issue Leader
CCE Tompkins County is looking for our next Agriculture & Horticulture (Ag-Hort) Issue Leader. If you have the knowledge and experience to lead a team focused on supporting Tompkins County’s farmers, gardeners, and program partners and volunteers — this might be the opportunity for you!
Management of the Ag-Hort team will include administrative direction of programs and CCE staff, responsibility for securing funds and managing resources, and accountability and transparency within the program and across the county Extension association. A Program Advisory Committee and the Board of Directors will provide support and guidance, and the Issue Leader will serve as a member of the CCE Tompkins Leadership Team, strategizing around shared goals.
The Ag-Hort Issue Leader will also work with others at the university, county, state, and regional level across different sectors to address high priority issues that relate to agriculture and horticulture.
The successful candidate will be a community-minded leader who thrives in an environment where building and supporting a strong, resilient farming community is top of mind. They will lead and guide a team that develops and delivers programs and information on topics such as local food systems, agriculture & the environment (climate smart agriculture, carbon farming, water issues, and more), farmland protection, composting, home and community gardening, agrivoltaics, and on-farm energy efficiency.
- This is a full time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible position. Hiring rate begins at $72,000+, based on experience.
- Master's degree in Agricultural related field and at least 4 years related experience in program development, delivery, and management required. A relevant PhD may substitute for two years’ experience.
- Other qualifications include a broad understanding of regional, statewide and/or national agricultural issues and initiatives; experience in facilitating community engaged processes, building consensus, and achieving results; significant grant writing and grant management experience; and ability to provide supervision and guidance to staff and volunteers.
- The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.
EFNEP Nutrition Educator
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Nutrition Educator for CCE Tompkins will implement public education to improve healthy food and lifestyle choices among families and individuals with limited resources, encompassing all age groups throughout Tompkins County. This includes presenting lessons that focus on general nutrition, food preparation, food safety, and food budgeting. Nutrition education may take place at county agencies, participant homes, or through virtual education.
- This is a full time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible position. Compensation starts at $20 per hour, based on experience.
- Associate degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and 1 year transferrable/program experience) as well as experience relevant to the position required.
- Other qualifications include ability and comfort in purchasing and preparing foods and reviewing and following recipes; willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity; ability to present effective and relevant educational lessons; and proficiency with Windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite.
- EFNEP is currently rewriting its training program to align with new federal dietary guidelines. We will accept applications again beginning June 1.
- Contact Nutrition Program Director Craig Livermore with any questions: cl2742@cornell.edu.
Internship Opportunities
See current internship opportunities at CCETompkins.org/Internships.
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for providing equal program and employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws.
Last updated August 7, 2026
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