Colorado Staffing
44-25 Extension State Program Specialist, Community Engagement
Colorado Staffing, Fort Collins, Colorado, us, 80523
Extension State Program Specialist
Position Location: Fort Collins, CO Work Location: Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Posting Number: 202500326F Proposed Annual Salary Range: $70,800-$100,000 (commensurate on academic credentials and professional experience) Position Type: Faculty Work Hours/Week: 40 Description of Work Unit: The Office of Engagement and Extension (OEE) was organized in 2006 to advance CSU's engagement and outreach missions. OEE includes CSU Extension, Learning Innovation, the Colorado Water Center, and a variety of vibrant programs that engage the teaching, research, extension, and service missions of Colorado State University. Position Summary: OEE invites applications and nominations for a Extension State Program Specialist. This is a full-time, twelve (12) month, non-tenure track Extension faculty position. Faculty rank is dependent upon the candidate's academic credentials and professional experience and is subject to review by the Extension Promotion Committee. The faculty appointment, evaluation, and promotion standards are centered around the three core duties of extension faculty educate, create, and connect. Candidates are sought with interests that complement and expand upon current initiatives and education activities in OEE and CSU Extension. This is a statewide position responsible for providing training, support, and resources for key civic and leadership development programs, including the Family Leadership Training Institute, the Civic Learning Lab, and the AmeriCorps program. The role will help community members and families build leadership skills that strengthen local resilience, connectedness, and collaborative problem-solving. These programs are delivered in partnership with local Extension offices and nonprofit organizations across Colorado. The position reports to the Community Development Director within the Office of Engagement and Extension. The office location for this position is in Fort Collins, Colorado. While this position is eligible for some hybrid work, the individual in this position is expected to maintain a presence in the office to effectively balance the duties of the position. The work schedule will vary, and occasional nights and weekend work will be necessary. Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver's License, Travel Required Job Qualifications: Completed master's degree. Conferred degrees must be in community development, education, food systems, communication, economic development, political science, community planning, economics, extension, leadership development or closely related field. 4+ years of professional experience relevant to the Essential Job Duties (below) of this position. Course work and/or professional experience must provide a broad and significant understanding of discipline area associated with the position. Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Extension will not sponsor a visa for this position. Preferred Job Qualifications: Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs, trainings, or community initiatives. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate with individuals, groups, and interdisciplinary teams. Experience facilitating meetings, community conversations, and civic leadership programs. Experience supervising or coordinating students, teams, volunteers, or Extension projects. Demonstrated use of technology to manage, deliver, or support educational or outreach programs. Leadership experience in program, partnership, or community development settings. Experience with leadership and/or civic education programming. Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, all materials must be received no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Monday, November 3, 2025. Please submit the following to apply: Resume Cover Letter Special Required Documentation Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable "Required" and "Preferred" Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately. All applicants will be contacted approximately 15 working days after the deadline regarding their status. Next steps and interview dates will be shared to those moving forward. Four professional references will be requested of applicants that advance in the interview process. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. For questions regarding the application process, contact the Talent Acquisition office at HR_TA@colostate.edu. For questions regarding the job vacancy, responsibilities, and salary, please contact Patti Schmitt at patti.schmitt@colostate.edu. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Background Check Policy Statement: Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Statement: Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Position Location: Fort Collins, CO Work Location: Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Posting Number: 202500326F Proposed Annual Salary Range: $70,800-$100,000 (commensurate on academic credentials and professional experience) Position Type: Faculty Work Hours/Week: 40 Description of Work Unit: The Office of Engagement and Extension (OEE) was organized in 2006 to advance CSU's engagement and outreach missions. OEE includes CSU Extension, Learning Innovation, the Colorado Water Center, and a variety of vibrant programs that engage the teaching, research, extension, and service missions of Colorado State University. Position Summary: OEE invites applications and nominations for a Extension State Program Specialist. This is a full-time, twelve (12) month, non-tenure track Extension faculty position. Faculty rank is dependent upon the candidate's academic credentials and professional experience and is subject to review by the Extension Promotion Committee. The faculty appointment, evaluation, and promotion standards are centered around the three core duties of extension faculty educate, create, and connect. Candidates are sought with interests that complement and expand upon current initiatives and education activities in OEE and CSU Extension. This is a statewide position responsible for providing training, support, and resources for key civic and leadership development programs, including the Family Leadership Training Institute, the Civic Learning Lab, and the AmeriCorps program. The role will help community members and families build leadership skills that strengthen local resilience, connectedness, and collaborative problem-solving. These programs are delivered in partnership with local Extension offices and nonprofit organizations across Colorado. The position reports to the Community Development Director within the Office of Engagement and Extension. The office location for this position is in Fort Collins, Colorado. While this position is eligible for some hybrid work, the individual in this position is expected to maintain a presence in the office to effectively balance the duties of the position. The work schedule will vary, and occasional nights and weekend work will be necessary. Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver's License, Travel Required Job Qualifications: Completed master's degree. Conferred degrees must be in community development, education, food systems, communication, economic development, political science, community planning, economics, extension, leadership development or closely related field. 4+ years of professional experience relevant to the Essential Job Duties (below) of this position. Course work and/or professional experience must provide a broad and significant understanding of discipline area associated with the position. Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Extension will not sponsor a visa for this position. Preferred Job Qualifications: Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs, trainings, or community initiatives. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate with individuals, groups, and interdisciplinary teams. Experience facilitating meetings, community conversations, and civic leadership programs. Experience supervising or coordinating students, teams, volunteers, or Extension projects. Demonstrated use of technology to manage, deliver, or support educational or outreach programs. Leadership experience in program, partnership, or community development settings. Experience with leadership and/or civic education programming. Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, all materials must be received no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Monday, November 3, 2025. Please submit the following to apply: Resume Cover Letter Special Required Documentation Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable "Required" and "Preferred" Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately. All applicants will be contacted approximately 15 working days after the deadline regarding their status. Next steps and interview dates will be shared to those moving forward. Four professional references will be requested of applicants that advance in the interview process. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. For questions regarding the application process, contact the Talent Acquisition office at HR_TA@colostate.edu. For questions regarding the job vacancy, responsibilities, and salary, please contact Patti Schmitt at patti.schmitt@colostate.edu. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Background Check Policy Statement: Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Statement: Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.