NC State University
Assistant Extension Agent, FCS
NC State University, Snow Hill, North Carolina, United States, 28580
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to your application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and the contact information for at least three (3) professional references. Position Information
Posting Number: PG190788CE Position Number: SE-00111632-1025 Position Type: NC Cooperative Extension (EPS) Department Information Job City & State: Snow Hill, NC Working Title: Appointment: 12 Month Recurring Job Type: Full-Time - Permanent FTE 1.00 Position Overview
Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell.
Video
on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension. No two days in Extension are ever the same, there is always something new! Extension Agents are active in their communities and often need to meet the clients when and where they are available. This is not your typical desk job! While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens. Greene County is in the middle of it all! A small, rural county in Eastern NC with a whole lot to offer. Conveniently located 30 minutes from Greenville, Kinston, Wilson and Goldsboro, the county seat of Snow Hill gives small time charm, without being far from ‘big town’ conveniences. For more information about Greene County:
https://greenecountync.gov
For more information about NCCE Greene County Center:
https://greene.ces.ncsu.edu/ Overview The agent in this position will provide leadership for the development and implementation of the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) program in Greene County. The agent will proactively conduct needs, assessments, and program evaluations to provide future direction of the program. Programmatic support of current research-based nutrition/healthy lifestyles curriculum for all ages, along with volunteer management support programs (as needed) will be expected of the agent to meet program goals. Duties and Responsibilities
This position demands an individual with an understanding of family and consumer science programming needs, primarily in foods and nutrition, family health and life skills. Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs related to food preservation, healthy eating, food safety, life skills and others as identified by advisory members and other stakeholders across the county. Recruit, train and incorporate volunteers into programming efforts. Collaboration with other government agencies, public and private non-profits and corporations is expected. Enjoy working with individuals as well as groups and have the ability to manage multiple tasks with little supervision. Be a team player working with Extension staff and other organizations and have the ability to work independently. Grant writing skills would be beneficial for program expansion. Travel is required and will be reimbursed following state guidelines. Other Work/Responsibilities
Reporting on program impacts, including gathering data and preparing reports for stakeholders. Attend trainings and engaging in professional development opportunities. Conduct collaborative programs with County Extension staff and other County departments. Requirements and Preferences
Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5pm with evenings and weekends as needed. One of the following educational requirements: – A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field (based on a 4.0 scale). The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor’s degree. – A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field. – Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field. Department Required Skills
Computer literacy including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Excellent time and resource management skills Personable, and able to build networking coalitions Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Food safety certification (ServSafe or Safe Plates) Valid NC Driver's License required?
Yes Recruitment
Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000; Minimum Doctorate $50,000 Commensurate with experience. Equal Opportunity
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Supplemental Questions
* How did you learn of this opportunity?
NCSU Website Job Alert (automated email from our system) NCSU Executive Search Services Monster.com CareerBuilder.com InsideHigherEd.com HigherEdJobs.com Other Online Job Board Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide Job / Career Fair The Chronicle of Higher Education Professional Journal Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical) Radio / Television Advertisement Professional Organization Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter NCSU Employee Referral Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other) Other
* If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.
(Open Ended Question)
* All agent positions require a minimum education requirement of: A. A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or 3.0 in major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale); B. A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher; C. A completed Master's degree. Do you meet this minimum education requirement?
Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section A above. Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section B above. Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section C above. No, however I am in my last semester of study. No, I do not meet this requirement.
Required Documents
Cover Letter Resume Contact Information for References Optional Documents
NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: (919) 515-2011
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In addition to your application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and the contact information for at least three (3) professional references. Position Information
Posting Number: PG190788CE Position Number: SE-00111632-1025 Position Type: NC Cooperative Extension (EPS) Department Information Job City & State: Snow Hill, NC Working Title: Appointment: 12 Month Recurring Job Type: Full-Time - Permanent FTE 1.00 Position Overview
Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell.
Video
on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension. No two days in Extension are ever the same, there is always something new! Extension Agents are active in their communities and often need to meet the clients when and where they are available. This is not your typical desk job! While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens. Greene County is in the middle of it all! A small, rural county in Eastern NC with a whole lot to offer. Conveniently located 30 minutes from Greenville, Kinston, Wilson and Goldsboro, the county seat of Snow Hill gives small time charm, without being far from ‘big town’ conveniences. For more information about Greene County:
https://greenecountync.gov
For more information about NCCE Greene County Center:
https://greene.ces.ncsu.edu/ Overview The agent in this position will provide leadership for the development and implementation of the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) program in Greene County. The agent will proactively conduct needs, assessments, and program evaluations to provide future direction of the program. Programmatic support of current research-based nutrition/healthy lifestyles curriculum for all ages, along with volunteer management support programs (as needed) will be expected of the agent to meet program goals. Duties and Responsibilities
This position demands an individual with an understanding of family and consumer science programming needs, primarily in foods and nutrition, family health and life skills. Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs related to food preservation, healthy eating, food safety, life skills and others as identified by advisory members and other stakeholders across the county. Recruit, train and incorporate volunteers into programming efforts. Collaboration with other government agencies, public and private non-profits and corporations is expected. Enjoy working with individuals as well as groups and have the ability to manage multiple tasks with little supervision. Be a team player working with Extension staff and other organizations and have the ability to work independently. Grant writing skills would be beneficial for program expansion. Travel is required and will be reimbursed following state guidelines. Other Work/Responsibilities
Reporting on program impacts, including gathering data and preparing reports for stakeholders. Attend trainings and engaging in professional development opportunities. Conduct collaborative programs with County Extension staff and other County departments. Requirements and Preferences
Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5pm with evenings and weekends as needed. One of the following educational requirements: – A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field (based on a 4.0 scale). The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor’s degree. – A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field. – Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field. Department Required Skills
Computer literacy including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Excellent time and resource management skills Personable, and able to build networking coalitions Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Food safety certification (ServSafe or Safe Plates) Valid NC Driver's License required?
Yes Recruitment
Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000; Minimum Doctorate $50,000 Commensurate with experience. Equal Opportunity
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Supplemental Questions
* How did you learn of this opportunity?
NCSU Website Job Alert (automated email from our system) NCSU Executive Search Services Monster.com CareerBuilder.com InsideHigherEd.com HigherEdJobs.com Other Online Job Board Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide Job / Career Fair The Chronicle of Higher Education Professional Journal Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical) Radio / Television Advertisement Professional Organization Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter NCSU Employee Referral Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other) Other
* If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.
(Open Ended Question)
* All agent positions require a minimum education requirement of: A. A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or 3.0 in major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale); B. A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher; C. A completed Master's degree. Do you meet this minimum education requirement?
Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section A above. Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section B above. Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section C above. No, however I am in my last semester of study. No, I do not meet this requirement.
Required Documents
Cover Letter Resume Contact Information for References Optional Documents
NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: (919) 515-2011
#J-18808-Ljbffr