Extension Educator, Agriculture 4-H Youth Dev - Ottawa 430414

Oklahoma State University; Miami (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Extension is hiring an educator to lead county programs in Ottawa County, Miami, OK. The role blends agriculture and 4-H youth development with about half time in each area, coordinating with advisory groups and local clientele to plan and evaluate programs.

The incumbent will maintain a cellular device for communication and will start at $45,000–$51,000 depending on education and experience, with potential for relocation as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Agriculture or closely related; degree must be conferred by start date.
• No experience required; starting salary is based on education and prior relevant work experience.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for official duties.
• Strong writing, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop professionally and build relationships with clientele and advisory groups.
• Proficiency with computing and computer-based communications technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead agricultural and 4-H youth development programs in the county.
• Plan, implement and evaluate the total OSU Extension County program.
• Collaborate with local advisory groups and clientele to meet community needs.
• Maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device as part of duties.

Skills

Listening

Communication

Writing

Organizational skills

Time management

Relationship building

Computing skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Agriculture or closely related

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Nancy Johnson, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit: 1) a 1-2 page cover letter summarizing their experience and expertise related to the position’s goals and required qualifications, 2) resume, 3) contact information for three references, and 4) copy of college transcript showing degree conferral.

About this Position

About Us: Oklahoma State University (OSU) Extension educators are the “front door” to the University, providing a link between OSU and the people of the state in all 77 Oklahoma counties. OSU Extension represents a federal, state, and county partnership working since 1914. The mission of OSU Extension is to disseminate information to the people of Oklahoma and encourage the adoption of research-generated knowledge. Extension educators provide research-based information to clientele in the areas of agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community and rural development.

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Position Details: This position is located in the Ottawa County Extension Office, Miami, Oklahoma. Position provides leadership to agricultural and 4-H youth development programs in a dual assignment with approximately 50% of time spent in agriculture and 50% of time spent in 4-H youth development work. Participates as a cohesive team member to involve local clientele and advisory groups to plan, implement, and evaluate the total OSU Extension County program. Due to communication expectations of the position, the incumbent will be required to maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device. The incumbent’s salary includes compensation to apply toward the use of their personal cellular device.
Extension educators comply with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, etc., related to equal opportunity, civil rights, and affirmative action. Extension educators are hired into the organization not into a specific geographic location. It is possible that future circumstances may require relocation.

Base annual salary for entry level educators who have a bachelor’s degree is $45,000; a master’s degree is $51,000. Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience.
Extension educators hired with only a bachelor’s degree are encouraged to work toward completion of an approved master’s degree.
Continuation of employment is based upon need, performance and available county funding.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Agriculture or closely related

  No experience required. Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience.

  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Valid Drivers License. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

* Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate effectively, and to foster a professional image of OSU Extension by displaying a positive view of the organization both internally and externally.
* Demonstrated ability to adapt well to changing priorities, situations and day-to-day demands.
* Demonstrated ability and willingness to effectively manage time and resources.
* Must possess strong writing, communication and organizational skills.
* Commitment to continue personal professional development.
* Evidence of ability to build and maintain relationships and work effectively with clientele, advisory groups, volunteer leaders and other professionals, etc.
* Demonstrated competency and effective use of computing and computer-based communications technology.
* Demonstrated leadership ability in designing, promoting, presenting and evaluating educational programs and the desire to program to reach diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Agriculture
• Previous experience in Cooperative Extension or closely related work is desirable.