University of Maryland-posted 3 months ago
$24,536 - $31,536/Yr
Part-time • Entry Level

This office is located in Bel Alton, Maryland, and provides programming to Charles county. University of Maryland Extension (UME) seeks candidates for a 12-month appointment Extension Educator in the Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS) program. FCS program promotes healthy and economically prosperous Maryland residents at every stage of life through education, research, and outreach programs. The Extension Educator will design, teach, implement, and evaluate interdisciplinary educational programs using research-based information for youth and adult audiences. FCS Programs focus on improving the health and economic prosperity of residents and communities in Maryland. Programs will focus on financial well-being for families, youth, and communities and may also address health and well-being. This position will also create and facilitate community partnerships with local and state agencies, nonprofit organizations, school systems, businesses, and others that support extension programs and policy, as well as systems and environmental approaches. In carrying out these duties, the educator is responsible to the FCS Program Leader for programmatic leadership. For administrative matters, the individual is responsible to their Area Extension Director.

  • Plan, implement and evaluate interdisciplinary educational programs designed to meet the community residents' financial literacy and well-being needs in Charles county.
  • Conduct and analyze community needs assessment to develop innovative educational programs grounded in research and science.
  • Collaborate with other FCS and UME faculty in a three-county cluster and across the state.
  • Work with Extension Advisory Committee (EAC) members and other appropriate stakeholders in Charles county to identify priority needs of families and communities.
  • Participate in relevant FCS Action Teams to contribute to statewide and county-level health and well-being education programs.
  • Engage clientele in the education process using learner-centered strategies as well as public health approaches that result in positive behavioral changes.
  • Establish strong partnerships with community coalitions and organizations such as schools, human service agencies, libraries, government agencies, local health coalitions, and others to develop Extension education and outreach opportunities.
  • Utilize educational materials from the University of Maryland, other state/national Extension programs, universities, government, and non-profit organizations that are grounded in research, science, and evidence-based when feasible.
  • Collect program evaluation and report outputs and impacts utilizing evaluation strategies as outlined by the FCS and Action Teams.
  • Develop and/or collaborate on funding proposals to supplement and enhance local Extension programming efforts when possible.
  • Bachelor’s degree in family & consumer sciences (FCS), personal finance, public health, education, or a closely related field.
  • Experience in educational program development and the evaluation process.
  • Demonstrated evidence of excellent teaching and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership and management abilities with evidence of being able to work well with colleagues, volunteers, and a variety of clientele.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop successful community collaborations and partnerships.
  • Strong computer skills and experience with Google Mail system, Microsoft Office, Videoconferencing, and other software to support program development, management, delivery, and evaluation.
  • Demonstrated program management, organization, and time management skills.
  • Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.
  • Personal transportation and a valid driver's license are required.
  • Must be willing to travel throughout the cluster as well as the state of Maryland as needed.
  • Flexible work schedule required for delivering evening and weekend educational programs and activities as determined by clientele availability and needs.
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field of study.
  • Extension or similar work experience in formal or non-formal community-based education.
  • Experience working with volunteers is desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability in generating funds such as grants, contracts, and donations to enhance extension outreach programming.
  • Preference will be given to individuals with experience working with a broad audience and all socioeconomic levels.
  • Salary Range Bachelor's Salary Range: $24,536.50 - $31,536.50, Master's Salary Range: $25,645 - $32,645
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