Extension Agent (Assistant, Associate, or Full), FCS

North Carolina State University•Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Check out this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MptxITpJ54&t=3s) on what it's like to work for NC State Extension. The position may be hired at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Agent level if the selected candidate meets the required qualifications. While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include: Paid time off Paid tuition Health Insurance Flexible Scheduling Retirement Savings Supplemental Benefits Programs WolfPerks! You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. Position Overview The agent in this position will develop, market, implement, and evaluate a plan of work in Family & Consumer Sciences that leads to improved quality of life for Cleveland County families and individuals. This plan of work will shape and guide informal educational programs and learning activities that help citizens develop the knowledge and skills needed to make healthy food choices, improve health & wellness through diet & physical activity, prepare nutritious meals at home, use local foods, practice food safety principles, stretch the food dollar, maximize food assistance benefits, and safely preserve food at home. Additionally, the position will collaborate with community agencies and organizations to address local needs related to kinship care and food insecurity. The position will serve as the agent liaison for the Cleveland County Extension & Community Association, providing leadership, supervision and assistance to the organization and creating opportunities for members to serve as Extension volunteers. Primary Function of Organizational Unit North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens. Other Work/Responsibilities The agent will demonstrate to stakeholders, colleagues, partners and others that their work is based on local needs and priorities and generates intended outcomes & impacts. They will also demonstrate that their program is aligned with statewide priorities to facilitate the collective impact of Extension across the state. The agent will be evaluated during the performance cycle on their progress in meeting NC State Extension's organizational goals, which include: Expertise (Precision, Resource Management, Innovation, Professional Development) Accountability (Productivity, Autonomy, Prioritizing, Coordination) Customer-Oriented (Clarity, Awareness, Attentiveness, Diplomacy) Team-Oriented (Collegiality, Collaboration, Contribution, Attendance) Compliance & Integrity (Policy, Safety, Ethics, Respect)

Requirements

One of the following educational requirements: - A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field (based on a 4.0 scale). The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor's degree. - A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field, or - Completion of a Master's degree with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field.
Self-directed and possess a strong work ethic.
Energetic, innovative, and a good manager of time and resources.
Grant writing/management
Team player, contributing to the total County Extension Program and community-based initiatives.
High degree of subject matter competence
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to work independently.
Comfortable speaking/making presentations to groups.
Valid Driver's License and reliable, personal transportation required.
Valid North Carolina driver's license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree at the time of hiring is desirable, with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences, nutrition, or related science. The expectation is that a Master's degree will be pursued after hiring. NC State University offers a tuition waiver and professional development program that makes earning the degree possible while on the job.

Responsibilities

Plans comprehensive research-based educational programming that addresses identified local issues.
Delivers research-based programs and services using varied educational strategies and teaching methods to help clientele solve complex problems and implement appropriate research-based strategies.
Uses appropriate evaluation methods and tools to improve effectiveness and quality of teaching methods, and to evaluate program outcomes and impacts.
Utilizes effective marketing strategies to build awareness of Extension's educational programs and events, grow Extension's brand recognition and public image, and communicate the value and impact of Extension programs.