Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development in Osage County CS9690

Oklahoma State University•Osage County, KS

2d•$45,000 - $51,000•Onsite

About The Position

Oklahoma State University Extension educators serve as the primary point of contact between OSU and the residents of Oklahoma, operating in all 77 counties. Established in 1914, OSU Extension is a collaborative effort between federal, state, and county entities. Its mission is to disseminate research-based knowledge to the people of Oklahoma and encourage its practical application. Extension educators deliver this research-backed information to clients across various sectors, including agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community and rural development. This specific position is based in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, and serves Osage County. The role involves leading and managing the county's 4-H youth development program, which offers diverse opportunities to foster positive youth engagement and growth. Approximately 90% of the role's focus is on youth development, with the remaining time dedicated to adult programming in areas compatible with the educator's background. The educator will collaborate as part of a team to engage local clientele and advisory groups in planning, implementing, and evaluating the overall Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service (OCES) county program. Due to the communication demands of the role, the incumbent must maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device, with compensation included in the salary for personal device usage. Extension educators are expected to adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines concerning equal opportunity, civil rights, and affirmative action. Educators are hired into the organization, not a specific location, and future relocation may be necessary. Employment continuation is contingent upon need, performance, and available county funding.

Requirements

Bachelor's in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Education, Social Science, or closely related field.
Degree must be conferred on or before the agreed-upon start date.
No experience required.
Valid Driver's License.
Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties.
Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate effectively, and to foster a professional image of OCES 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, volunteer leaders 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.

Nice To Haves

Master's in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Education, Social Science, or closely related field.
Success in planning, implementing, and evaluating learning experiences for youth and/or adults in community-based, non-formal education programs is desired.
Previous experience in Cooperative Extension or closely related work is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership and management for the overall county 4-H youth development program.
Develops and implements a wide range of youth program opportunities designed to foster positive youth participation and development.
Spends approximately 90% of time on youth development work.
Spends remaining time programming in subject areas for adult programs compatible with educational background.
Participates as a cohesive team member to involve local clientele and advisory groups to plan, implement, and evaluate the total Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service (OCES) county program.
Maintains cellular or other electronic communication devices due to communication expectations of the position.
Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, etc., related to equal opportunity, civil rights, and affirmative action.