Pvamu
Extension Agent (AgNR, Wharton County)
Wharton, TX · Staff+ · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
Computer VisionLeadershipCommunication
About the role
- This position is located at 315 E Milam St Suite 112, Wharton, TX 77488.
- Positions for designated urban counties require three (3) years of related experience.
- Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods to provide effective learning experiences. - Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. - Strong written and oral communication skills.
Responsibilities
- develops comprehensive outcome and output program plans which address base programs, critical issues, and clientele needs
- Maintains appropriate communications with county, district, and administrative staff at PVAMU to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the county program
- Identifies, recruits, and trains local volunteer leaders to enable them to effectively perform their duties while serving on committees, clubs, and/or organizations
- works with and supports Extension-sponsored groups such as 4-H clubs, community-based organizations, and master volunteer groups toward the achievement of increased participation and strengthening programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
- No prior experience required.
- Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Skills
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
- Technical competence in appropriate subject matter and the ability to apply this knowledge to the solution of problems.
- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
Compensation
- prepares monthly, annual and special reports and outcome program summaries to demonstrate results of planning, program accomplishments, and changes in behavior resulting from the educational programs
Benefits
- Plans with committees, task forces, groups, and organizations to conduct educational programs and activities
- coordinates and collaborates with other agencies, groups, and organizations to plan educational programs.
- Implements the planned educational programs and activities in assigned program areas which address critical issues and/or emerging needs in Wharton County
- supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities
- utilizes a variety of teaching methods, strategies/techniques, activities, and materials in conducting educational programs
- Required Education and Experience:
- Understanding of the learning and development processes of youth and adults.
- Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods to provide effective learning experiences.
- The 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 Prairie View A&M University in conducting Extension educational programs
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