NC State Extension Forestry
Assistant Extension Agent, 4-H
NC State Extension Forestry, Whippany, New Jersey, United States
Assistant Extension Agent, 4-H
Location: Wilmington, New Hanover County Center, New Hanover County, NC
Position Overview Essential Job Duties 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. Check out this 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!
Benefits
Paid time off
Paid tuition
Health Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Retirement Savings
Supplemental Benefits Programs
Responsibilities Serve as manager of the County 4-H Youth Development program. Maintaining 4-H clubs, 4-H projects, summer day camp programs, school enrichment and youth agricultural programs, and annual county-wide 4-H youth development events. Develop community relationships, while working closely with Family and Consumer Science, Agriculture Agents, and Administration. Volunteer development and utilization of an advisory system is essential to success. Candidate must have the ability to recruit, train and utilize adult, youth, and community volunteers and volunteer leaders. Promote and encourage participation in county, district, state and national level 4-H programs. The 4-H Extension Agent cooperates with colleagues in the North Carolina Cooperative Extension and county leaders in performing assigned responsibilities. The performance of assigned responsibilities is governed by the philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service. The individual in the position will provide leadership for the total 4-H program and will be responsible for determining programming needs, planning, marketing, implementing and evaluating programs. This position will also be involved in training 4-H volunteers, supporting 4-H clubs, and providing opportunities for school-based 4-H programs. The individual will be responsible for providing guidance to the program staff and managing programs funded through grants and fees. Timely response to client requests for specific and technical information regarding youth education and related topics is an expected role. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain and increase personal professional competencies. The candidate must be flexible to allow for changing responsibilities as needed. In addition, this position will be responsible for supervising the overall 4-H program which includes establishing and maintaining 4-H Grant Funded Programs, recruiting and training present and potential volunteers and staff, manage clubs and special programs, and identifying resources to assist in conducting the 4-H program. District and State level youth and professional development events that require overnight travel. 4-H Agents can expect to work nights and weekends to meet the needs of their communities. There is also extensive work in the summer months for programming. We offer a way for you to manage your schedule to help avoid burnout. Possible fundraising responsibilities as well.
Qualifications
Experience working with broad audiences.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and establish priorities.
Ability to be self-directed and work independently.
Leadership skills.
Social skills to communicate effectively.
Preferred Experience
A Master’s degree in a related field.
Some 4-H knowledge or experience
Grant writing or proposal experience.
Volunteer recruitment, training and management
EEO Statement NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. 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.
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Position Overview Essential Job Duties 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. Check out this 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!
Benefits
Paid time off
Paid tuition
Health Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Retirement Savings
Supplemental Benefits Programs
Responsibilities Serve as manager of the County 4-H Youth Development program. Maintaining 4-H clubs, 4-H projects, summer day camp programs, school enrichment and youth agricultural programs, and annual county-wide 4-H youth development events. Develop community relationships, while working closely with Family and Consumer Science, Agriculture Agents, and Administration. Volunteer development and utilization of an advisory system is essential to success. Candidate must have the ability to recruit, train and utilize adult, youth, and community volunteers and volunteer leaders. Promote and encourage participation in county, district, state and national level 4-H programs. The 4-H Extension Agent cooperates with colleagues in the North Carolina Cooperative Extension and county leaders in performing assigned responsibilities. The performance of assigned responsibilities is governed by the philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service. The individual in the position will provide leadership for the total 4-H program and will be responsible for determining programming needs, planning, marketing, implementing and evaluating programs. This position will also be involved in training 4-H volunteers, supporting 4-H clubs, and providing opportunities for school-based 4-H programs. The individual will be responsible for providing guidance to the program staff and managing programs funded through grants and fees. Timely response to client requests for specific and technical information regarding youth education and related topics is an expected role. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain and increase personal professional competencies. The candidate must be flexible to allow for changing responsibilities as needed. In addition, this position will be responsible for supervising the overall 4-H program which includes establishing and maintaining 4-H Grant Funded Programs, recruiting and training present and potential volunteers and staff, manage clubs and special programs, and identifying resources to assist in conducting the 4-H program. District and State level youth and professional development events that require overnight travel. 4-H Agents can expect to work nights and weekends to meet the needs of their communities. There is also extensive work in the summer months for programming. We offer a way for you to manage your schedule to help avoid burnout. Possible fundraising responsibilities as well.
Qualifications
Experience working with broad audiences.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and establish priorities.
Ability to be self-directed and work independently.
Leadership skills.
Social skills to communicate effectively.
Preferred Experience
A Master’s degree in a related field.
Some 4-H knowledge or experience
Grant writing or proposal experience.
Volunteer recruitment, training and management
EEO Statement NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. 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.
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