Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, 4-H Youth Dev - Sequoyah/Muskogee

Oklahoma-State-University; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Eligibility for benefits

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Extension educates communities across Oklahoma through research-based information in agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H, and rural development. Join a team that serves 77 counties and partners with federal, state, and local programs to improve lives.

As an Extension educator, you’ll lead county programs, engage with advisory groups, and help people understand and apply research findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences, public health, or similar health-related field required.
• If no FCS degree, the candidate must obtain certifications (APk/OSAT) within two years; certification expenses not covered by employer.
• Master's degree in FCS is preferred; prior Extension or related experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate county Extension programs.
• Collaborate with advisory groups and clientele to address community needs.
• Travel as needed to Sequoyah and Muskogee counties and represent OSU Extension publicly.

Skills

Active listening

Communication skills

Time management

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Professional development

Computing proficiency

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences

Master's degree (preferred)

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

About this Position

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.

Explore a career with the Oklahoma Extension. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of Oklahomans!
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OSU Agriculture: https://agdivision.okstate.edu/
There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our great benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html

This position serves both Sequoyah and Muskogee County Extension Offices, and is housed in Sallisaw, OK. Position provides leadership to family and consumer sciences (FCS) and supports the 4-H youth development programs with approximately 75% of time spent in Sequoyah and 25% of time spent in Muskogee County. Participates as a cohesive OSU Extension team member to involve local clientele and advisory groups to plan, implement, and evaluate the total county program. Due to communication expectations of the position, the incumbent will be required to maintain 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 and a master's degree $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 Family and Consumer Sciences, public health, or similar health-related field is required.

  For candidates without a degree in FCS, must be able to successfully obtain the noted certifications below within two years of employment: (certification expenses not covered by employer)

  No FCS or Education Degree
  Take two approved education courses (Pedagogy & Classroom Management)
  Within two years, must pass APK and FCS OSAT

  No FCS Degree, but an Education Degree
  Provide proof of passing PPAT or APK

  No FCS Degree, but Alternatively Certified in FCS and three years teaching
  No special requirements

  (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, Oklahoma Home & Community Education (OHCE) members, 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 degree in Family and Consumer Sciences
• Previous experience in Cooperative Extension or closely related work is desirable.