Jason R. Barrett is an extension instructor in the Center for Government and Community Development at Mississippi State University. Barrett earned a B.S. in agricultural economics from Mississippi State University in 2001, an M.A. in agribusiness management in 2003, and is a Ph.D. candidate in the Public Policy and Administration Department at Mississippi State University. His technical assistance focus has been on public water supply management and board member training. His research has been focused on private drinking water wells, private well populations, and statewide assistance for private well owners.