Community & Economic Development Educator - Strategic Planning

Laseagrant; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Extension in Cook County (Matteson, IL) seeks a Visiting Extension Educator in Community and Economic Development to lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs aligned with Extension’s mission.

The role requires advanced degree experience, strong communication, and ability to build partnerships with local organizations to address community needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in urban planning, public administration, community development, business, management, or related field.
• Experience in Needs Assessment and Strategic Planning.
• Candidates with a Master’s degree in progress may be considered for interviews, but degree must be completed by hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide program leadership, interpret and integrate information, teach in the field of designated expertise, and assist clients with the appropriate resource bases.
• Assess the needs of local clientele in a systematic and analytical manner, networking with community organizations.
• Develop innovative curricula and programs to address local needs and align with state and national initiatives.
• Deliver high impact programs using a variety of delivery mechanisms, partnering with Extension staff and volunteers.
• Guide program expansion and quality by training employees and volunteers in the program area.
• Evaluate the impact of program initiatives using planned, statistically relevant methods.
• Develop contemporary approaches to communicate with clientele, including digital platforms.
• Comply with reporting deadlines and requirements (plans of work, activity, impact reporting).

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in urban planning/public administration/community development/business/management/related field

Master’s degree in progress acceptable (considered for interviews)

Job description

University of Illinois Extension in Cook County (Matteson, IL) seeks a Visiting Extension Educator in Community and Economic Development to lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs aligned with Extension’s mission.

The role requires advanced degree experience, strong communication, and ability to build partnerships with local organizations to address community needs.