Chief Operating Officer - Cooperative Extension Service

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University invites nominations and applications for the position of Associate Vice President of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service (OCES). This 12-month role reports to the Vice President, Dean and Director of DASNR and oversees a statewide, regional and national program network.

The ideal candidate will lead long-range planning, program development, and revenue growth while aligning Extension with state priorities and land-grant mission across Oklahoma.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in a discipline related to the Cooperative Extension Service preferred; exceptions may be made for exceptional leadership and administrative experience.
• Experience leading a complex organization with multiple layers of direct reports.
• Understanding of non-formal youth and adult education and program development processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage personnel and budgets.
• Understanding of Oklahoma agriculture, families, youth and communities; capable of visionary leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range program planning, implementation and reporting for the OCES system.
• Work with the DASNR leadership to administer programs, personnel, and fiscal affairs.
• Provide leadership to increase revenue from county, state, federal, and private sources.
• Engage with county and state leaders and legislators to enhance extension programming.
• Coordinate with multiple colleges and extension leads to achieve effective coordination of Extension programs.
• Manage day-to-day operations of OCES administrative issues.
• Engage with regional and national organizations to position OCES for funding opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Non-formal education

Budget management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Terminal degree

Job description

Oklahoma State University invites nominations and applications for the position of Associate Vice President of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service (OCES). This 12-month role reports to the Vice President, Dean and Director of DASNR and oversees a statewide, regional and national program network.

The ideal candidate will lead long-range planning, program development, and revenue growth while aligning Extension with state priorities and land-grant mission across Oklahoma.