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Extension Program Coordinator (ANR) - University of Illinois Extension

University of Illinois

Mattoon, IL

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Program Coordination and Development
    Coordinate the planning of educational activities for the program with collaboration from the County Director or Educator.
    Identifies critical priority needs and issues, with the assistance of other staff, to be addressed through Master Gardener/Master Naturalist/Master Composter programs.
    Conduct an evaluation of program activities and make appropriate changes or recommendations for the continuation or discontinuation of the program.
    Provide leadership as the primary contact to volunteers, Master Gardeners/Master Naturalist/Master Composter in support of local programs and their activities.
    Provide leadership for the local Expansion and Review Committee.
    Work with Unit staff, Extension volunteers, and Extension clientele to create and/or maintain administrative records.
    Disseminate education information provided by Extension professionals.
    Maintain required records and data.
    Provides monthly reports to the County Director.
  • Volunteer Recruitment, Training & Development
    Recruit, screen and select Master Gardener/Master Naturalist/Master Composter volunteers.
    Orient volunteers to the philosophy of the Master Gardener programs/Master Naturalist/Master Composter, risk management, policies, procedures, and materials.
    Coordinate volunteer training related to program offerings and continuing educational opportunities.
    Maintain contact with volunteers on a regular basis through meetings and correspondence, including email and phone.
    Formulate and implement standard operating procedures for all program activities to ensure the safety and welfare of all volunteers and participants.
  • Marketing & Networking
    Develop and implement a marketing plan and objectives to recruit adult volunteers and youth participants for Master Gardener/Master Naturalist/Master Composter opportunities.
    Utilize various promotion methods, including personal contacts, social media, and printed materials.
    Network and collaborate with other community organizations to assess needs and develop programs to meet those needs.
  • Organizational Duties
    Participates in professional development opportunities.
    Attends staff meetings as scheduled, and provides updates to Extension staff and Extension Council on accomplishments and activities.
    Complies with Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity policies and guidelines in all aspects of University of Illinois Extension work.
    Comply with all University of Illinois Extension and USDA policies and procedures in programs and employment.
    Performs other related duties as assigned.

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The University of Illinois, located in Urbana, Illinois, US, is a prominent entity in the higher education sector. Operating its official functions through its website uillinois.edu, the institution provides a range of educational programs and services. The University was founded in 1867 and has since grown dramatically both in size and reputation. Its core values are embodied in its mission to enhance the lives of its students and citizens in the state, nation, and world through leadership in learning, discovery, engagement, and economic development. The university boasts several notable achievements including producing Nobel laureates and Pulitzer prize winners. It is renowned for its research programs and is known for significant advancements across various fields including engineering, science, and humanities.

Industry

Colleges, universities, and professional schools

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Urbana, IL, US

Year founded

1974

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