Extension Educator for Agriculture/4-H Youth Development in Garfield County 430067

Oklahoma State University•Garfield County, CO

2d•$44,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Oklahoma State University (OSU) Extension educators serve as the primary point of contact between the University and the residents of Oklahoma, connecting OSU with people across all 77 counties. OSU Extension operates as a federal, state, and county partnership, established in 1914. Its mission is to disseminate research-based information to Oklahomans and encourage the adoption of knowledge generated through research. Extension educators provide this information to clients in areas such as agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community and rural development. This specific position is located in the Garfield County Extension Office in Enid, Oklahoma, and focuses on agricultural and 4-H youth development programs, with approximately 90% of the time dedicated to agriculture and 10% to 4-H youth development. The role involves collaborating with local clientele and advisory groups to plan, implement, and evaluate the overall OSU Extension County program. The incumbent will be required to maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device, with compensation provided for its use. Extension educators adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines concerning equal opportunity, civil rights, and affirmative action. Employment is with the organization, not a specific location, and future relocation may be necessary. Continuation of employment depends on need, performance, and available county funding.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or closely related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date).
Valid Driver’s License.
Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties.
Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate effectively.
Demonstrated ability to foster a professional image of OSU Extension 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.
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.
Desire to program to reach diverse audiences.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Agriculture or closely related field.
Previous experience in Cooperative Extension or closely related work is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to agricultural and 4-H youth development programs.
Spend approximately 90% of time in agriculture and 10% in 4-H youth development work.
Participate as a cohesive team member to involve local clientele and advisory groups.
Plan, implement, and evaluate the total OSU Extension County program.
Maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device.
Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, etc., related to equal opportunity, civil rights, and affirmative action.
Continue personal professional development.
Build and maintain relationships and work effectively with clientele, advisory groups, volunteer leaders and other professionals.
Design, promote, present, and evaluate educational programs.
Program to reach diverse audiences.