Agrilife Extension

Agrilife Extension

County Extension Agent - 4-H and Youth Development (Randall County)

Canyon, TX · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 7 days ago
Project ManagementResearchLeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • Title Specific Responsibilities CEA-4-H Youth Development (4-HYD)/CEA-Urban Youth Development (UYD) - Work closely with youth development professionals, school districts and other non-profits in the youth development sector.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains appropriate communications with county, district, and administrative staffs to facilitate comprehensive understanding of the county program
  • Identifies, recruits, trains and utilizes local volunteer leaders to enable them to effectively perform their duties while serving on committees, clubs, and/or organizations
  • Develops a long-range professional improvement plan with the appropriate District Extension Administrator and appropriate input from Regional Program Leaders
  • Participates in formal and informal training opportunities to increase knowledge and skills and maintain technical competencies
  • Develops comprehensive in-depth and outreach program plans which address base programs, critical issues and clientele needs
  • Maintains a neat office which facilitates effective working conditions and presents a favorable image

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • No prior experience required. (Note: Urban designated counties require minimum of three years of related professional level experience.)
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • A resume, cover letter, and the supplemental information form document are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application.
  • Please contact 979-845-2423 or employment@ag.tamu.edu if you are having issues with completing the form or uploading it to the application.
  • Education and Experience:
  • Please complete the form found at this link: https://countyprograms.tamu.edu/files/2019/12/AgriLife-Applicant-Supplemental-Information-Form.docx and upload it to this application when uploading other documents. This form must be uploaded during the application process.
  • A resume, cover letter, and the supplemental information form document are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. More than one document can be uploaded
  • just click the "Upload" button for each document. Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted. Please contact 979-845-2423 or employment@ag.tamu.edu if you are having issues with completing the form or uploading it to the application.
  • All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
  • Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Skills

  • Ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, and graphic software
  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships
  • Strong written and verbal communication

Compensation

  • Develops annual individual development plan which addresses short term professional improvement needs and career goals
  • Conducts annual performance review with each support staff member the agent is assigned to supervise or coordinates with other staff members with joint supervision responsibilities for the review
  • Prepares monthly, annual and special reports and in-depth program summaries to demonstrate results of planning, program accomplishments, and program impact which may include knowledge gained, behavior change, economic and environmental impact

Benefits

  • Responsible for planning with committees, task forces, groups, and organizations to conduct educational programs and activities
  • Responsible for implementing the planned educational programs and activities in assigned program areas
  • Supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities
  • Provides leadership or serves in a support role in implementing educational programs which address critical issues and/or emerging needs
  • Utilizes a variety of teaching methods, strategies/techniques, activities, and materials in conducting educational programs
  • Coordinates and collaborates with other agencies, groups and organizations to plan educational programs
  • Works with and supports Extension-sponsored groups, such as 4-H clubs, Texas Extension Education Association clubs, and master volunteer groups toward the achievement of increased participation and strengthened programs
  • The County Extension Agent, under general supervision, implements, plans, and evaluates educational programs and activities in assigned program areas.

Equal opportunity

  • Complies with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Affirmative Action Plan of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in conducting Extension educational programs
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