Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development – Cole County

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); Sur place; USD 52 200 - 63 800; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement benefits

Educational fee discounts

Résumé du poste

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring for the position of Assistant/Associate/Full Extension Professional. This role involves leading programs aimed at youth development and community engagement in Missouri, focusing on the 4-H initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree and expertise in educational programming, youth leadership, and volunteer engagement. Responsibilities include implementing research-based strategies, evaluating program efficiency, and working closely with community stakeholders.

Qualifications

• PhD or master's degree required by appointment.
• Experience in child, adolescent, and adult development preferred.
• Understanding of community development and partnerships.

Responsabilités

• Implement community-based programs in youth development.
• Utilize research-based curriculum and teaching methods.
• Evaluate and improve the effectiveness of programs.
• Supervise and develop program associates.

Connaissances

Educational program design

Community engagement

Leadership

Research-based curriculum

Volunteer management

Formation

PhD or master's degree in relevant field

Description du poste

Hiring Department

University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement

University of Missouri Extension 4-H Youth Development Program

Job Description

Title: Assistant/Associate/Full Extension Professional

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, primarily serves Cole, Callaway, and Osage counties in the East Central Region, with additional service across the state as needed.

Specialist Emphasis

University of Missouri Extension 4-H youth development programs help children and teens become caring, capable, competent, and contributing through a series of progressive experiences over time with caring adults during non-school hours. These programs focus on broader developmental needs rather than single issues, using a human ecological approach.

Program specialization

The Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating positive youth and volunteer development programs.

Position Information

This is a 12-month, ranked, non-tenure track appointment at the rank of assistant, associate, or full Extension Professional. The working title is Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development. Workload distribution is 90% Extension Teaching and 10% Traditional Service. The appointment may be renewed annually based on performance, funding, and priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement community-based 4-H PYD programs, in-school and after-school programs, short-term interest (SPIN) clubs, and enrichment activities.
• Use and recommend research-based curriculum and teaching methods.
• Secure a culture of high-quality service for all 4-H members and volunteers.
• Provide leadership to 4-H councils and committees.
• Recruit, develop, and train youth and adults to assist as leaders with implementing the 4-H program.
• Conduct evaluations of the Missouri 4-H programs.
• Ensure that all youth and adults in the county have the opportunity to participate in extension programs.
• Apply for and administer local grants and other funding sources.
• Provide supervision and development to program associate(s).
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Duties of MU Extension Specialists

• Educate: Design, conduct, and evaluate educational programs; teach research-based information via meetings, courses, technical assistance, volunteer training, media, websites, and other educational methods.
• Create: Develop innovative research-informed educational products, services, materials, and scholarly works; obtain and use extramural funding to support creative works; contribute to scholarship through evaluation of programs.
• Connect: Engage with learners, stakeholders, volunteers, and communities; foster partnerships and robust connections to the extensive programs offered by the University of Missouri System.

Professional Expectations

• Engage with stakeholders to identify educational needs and collaborate with partners to meet those needs.
• Create an annual plan of work aligned with local needs and statewide program efforts; provide monthly reports to county extension councils and others; attend at least one county extension council each month.
• Collaborate with campus-based specialists on research projects and deliver findings via demonstrations, field days, courses, workshops, consultations, publications, and other media.
• Effectively work with supervisors and local leaders to complete administrative tasks.
• Demonstrate competency in communication, educational programming, subject matter knowledge, delivery, volunteer management, grant acquisition, teamwork, interpersonal relations, organization knowledge, leadership, and professionalism.
• Offer timely, research-based information during natural disasters or similar events.
• Represent the University of Missouri on boards and committees as assigned.
• Participate in professional development events to improve technical and leadership skills.
• Conduct all activities in compliance with Civil Rights Acts, Title IX, Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and affirmative action plans.
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of MU Extension.

Additional Expectations

• Regular travel throughout Missouri and occasionally to out-of-state locations; require a valid Missouri driver’s license and vehicle, and wireless telephone/data service for University use.
• Expect to attend events outside of regular business hours as needed.

Qualifications

An earned PhD or master’s degree at time of appointment.

Evaluation criteria include hours of upper-level coursework in child, adolescent, and adult human development; education, learning theory, and learning strategies; organizational systems and human resource management; community development/partnerships; and volunteerism.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Minimum starting salary of $58,000; final salary determined based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Eligible for University benefits, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

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