Rural Development Jobs in Oklahoma (NOW HIRING)

OSU-Stillwater

Nancy Johnson, nancy.johnson@okstate.edu

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Commensurate with education and experience

Applicants should submit: 1) a 1-2 page cover letter summarizing their experience and expertise related to the position’s goals and required qualifications, 2) resume, 3) contact information for three references, and 4) copy of college transcript showing degree conferral.

Oklahoma State University Extension educators are the “front door” to the University, providing a link between OSU and the people of the state in all 77 Oklahoma counties. The OSU Extension represents a federal, state, and county partnership working since 1914. The mission of OSU Extension is to disseminate information to the people of Oklahoma and encourage the adoption of research-generated knowledge. Extension educators provide research-based information to clientele in the areas of agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community and rural development.

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This position is headquartered in Perry, Oklahoma and services Noble county. Provides leadership and management for the overall county 4-H youth development program. The youth program includes a wide range of opportunities designed to foster positive youth participation and development. Approximately 90% of time is focused on youth development work with the remaining time spent programming in subject area 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. Due to communication expectations of the position, the incumbent will be required to maintain cellular or other electronic communication devices.  The incumbent’s salary includes compensation to apply toward the use of their personal cellular device.

Extension educators comply with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, etc., related to equal opportunity, civil rights, and affirmative action. Extension educators are hired into the organization not into a specific geographic location. It is possible that future circumstances may require relocation.

Base annual salary for entry level educators who have a bachelor’s degree is $45,000; a master’s degree is $51,000. Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience.
Extension educators hired with only a bachelor’s degree are encouraged to work toward completion of an approved master’s degree.

Continuation of employment is based upon need, performance and available county funding.

• Bachelor's in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Education, Social Science, or closely related field. 
  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• No experience required. Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Valid Drivers License. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

*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.  

• 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.