Cornell Cooperative Extension

Cornell Cooperative Extension

Agriculture Educator - Jamestown, NY

New York State (Other) · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
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About the role

  • Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County has an opening for an Agriculture Educator working full-time from the Jamestown office.
  • Assist with the evaluation of delivery of the established educational program goals.
  • Appreciate and promote diversity in all interactions with program participants, staff, volunteers, and the public.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver established curriculum to help youth understand the connections between agriculture, the environment, and people.

Requirements

  • Experience relevant to the role of the position.
  • Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.
  • Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
  • Ability to meet acceptable background check standards.
  • Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written and electronic methods.
  • Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and the ability to handle confidential, sensitive information.
  • Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts.
  • Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.
  • Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community and professional leaders.

Nice to have

  • Coursework in general agriculture, plant science, soils, and crops.
  • Experience in collaborating with volunteers.
  • Program Delivery - 75%
  • Events and programs may require involvement of volunteers.
  • Serve as subject matter resource utilizing existing subject matter resources and materials.
  • Interact with program participants representing CCE in a professional manner at all times.
  • Foster acceptance of program, methods, and policies to address community and individual needs and consider diverse audiences.
  • Program Evaluation - 5%

Benefits

  • Full benefits, based on eligibility, including:
  • Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave
  • NYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)
  • NYS Retirement (NYSLERS)
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Term Life Insurance

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