Agricultural Consultant

Employer

Alta Genetics Inc.

Languages

English

Education

Earned doctorate degree

Asset languages

• Italian
• Spanish; Castilian

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy
• Odours
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Rural area
• Various locations

Tasks

• Analyze agricultural data
• Conduct research
• Share research reports to farmers
• Liaise with researchers, educators and government or business managers on matters pertaining to farming and agriculture
• Maintain records of services provided and the effects of advice given
• Prepare and conduct advisory information sessions and lectures for farmers and other groups
• Provide counselling and advisory services to farmers on agricultural subjects
• Present materials at conference or symposium
• Perform diagnostic tests
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia

Area of work experience

• Agribusiness
• Animal breeding
• Animals and poultry

Area of specialization

• Dairy cattle
• Beef cattle
• Animal husbandry

Security and safety

Valid passport

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel internationally
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Experience

5 years or more

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Workplace information

On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan