Extension State Program Specialist

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Extension seeks an Extension State Program Specialist in the 4-H Youth Development unit to provide statewide leadership for 4-H Healthy Living, curriculum and educational resource development, youth leadership through State 4-H Ambassador programs and selected statewide events and initiatives.

The specialist will collaborate with Extension professionals, university faculty, volunteers, youth and partners to identify needs, strengthen opportunities and document program

Qualifications

• Master's degree in youth development, education, health education, family and consumer sciences, human development, community development, leadership or a closely related field (degree must be conferred on or before start date)
• Five (5) or more years of successful professional work experience.
• Valid driver's license required and reliable transportation for travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide 4-H Healthy Living program and coordinate curriculum development and educational resources.
• Provide youth leadership through State 4-H Ambassador programs and select statewide events and initiatives.
• Collaborate with Extension professionals, university faculty, volunteers, youth and external partners to identify needs and demonstrate program impact.

Skills

Program development

Collaboration

Communication skills

Flexibility

Travel willingness

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Steve Beck, [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

$62,000 - $85,000Salary

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

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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Position Details: The Extension State Program Specialist is a staff member of the 4-H Youth Development unit and is administratively responsible to the Assistant Director, 4-H Youth Development. The Extension State Program Specialist provides statewide leadership for 4-H Healthy Living, curriculum and educational resource development, youth leadership through State 4-H Ambassador programs and selected statewide 4-H events and initiatives.

The specialist provides vision and coordination for innovative, research-informed programs that help Oklahoma youth develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to lead healthy, productive lives. The position collaborates with Extension professionals, university faculty, volunteers, youth, families and external partners to identify emerging needs, strengthen educational opportunities and document program impact.

Extension educators comply with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, etc.

Continuation of employment is based upon need, performance and available funding.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited university in youth development, education, health education, family and consumer sciences, human development, community development, leadership or a closely related field
  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• • Five (5) or more years of successful professional work experience.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Valid driver's license required. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing and evaluating educational programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with youth, Extension professionals, volunteers, faculty, community organizations and external partners.
• Effective written, oral, interpersonal and digital communication skills.
• Willingness to work within a flexible time frame which may include evenings and weekends and be willing to travel throughout the district, state, and occasionally out of state.
• Willingness to transport youth, volunteers, and co-workers when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of Cooperative Extension Work.