University of Florida
Overview
Classification Title: Extension Program Ast
Classification Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent.
Job Description: Assist Entomology and Nematology Department Extension faculty with training and education programs that engage partners and clientele across Florida. Primary focus will be working with faculty on projects focused on integrated pest management (IPM) and biodiversity conservation in horticultural systems. Work closely with Extension faculty to facilitate and coordinate in-person and web-based Extension workshops, conferences, and field days; administer and curate pre- and post-training clientele evaluation surveys; assist with registration and student support for Extension Online Learning; and curate survey data to help communicate department Extension program impacts.
Expected Salary: $20.11 - $23.23/hour commensurate with education and experience
Health Assessment Required: No
Responsibilities Extension Event Planning and Coordination
Assist Extension faculty with scheduling Extension events (e.g., workshops, symposia, conferences, webinars)
Assist Extension faculty with coordinating local arrangements for in-person events (e.g., space reservations, accommodations)
Assist Extension faculty with developing and producing materials and supplies needed on-site for events (e.g., displays, name tags)
Coordinate with state agencies and associations to secure continuing education credits (CEUs) for event attendees
Assist Extension faculty with event attendee registration and Q&A (e.g., EventBrite registration)
Process financial documents related to events, like receipts, invoices, and expense reimbursements
Extension events may include, but are not limited to, county agent In-Service Trainings (ISTs), the Urban Innovation Hub Annual Symposium, a sustainable vegetable production conference, the Southeast Pest Management Conference, and others.
Facilitation of Extension Online Learning
Fielding questions from clientele regarding Extension Online Learning course offerings
Assisting with student registrations and receipt of Certificates of Completion
Assist with the administration of collaborative, multi-faculty Extension Online Learning course offerings
Coordinate with ENY Extension faculty who have IFAS Extension Online offerings to troubleshoot and answer student questions
Extension Communication
Work with Extension faculty to develop and/or update web-based educational resources (e.g., UF IFAS Southeastern Landscape Pest Application) and other modalities
Work with Extension faculty to assist with minor updates to sunsetting EDIS publications (e.g., hyperlink updates)
Collaborate with ENY Communications Team to develop ENY Annual Impacts report / infographic
Collaborate with the ENY Communications Team to develop ENY Extension marketing materials, ads, or newsletters.
Capturing Extension Impacts
Work with Extension faculty in Entomology and Nematology, key collaborators, and the Program Development and Evaluation Center
Entering clientele evaluation survey data captured by Extension faculty
Inputting faculty-developed evaluation surveys into Qualtrics
Distributing and promoting faculty-developed surveys to target clientele groups
Collect impact summaries from ENY Extension faculty
Maintain a databased of survey results (including clientele testimonials and success stories) that can be queried for reports
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned by the Chair or Supervisor.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of biological sciences, especially entomology terminology and methods associated with these sciences.
Experience with Cooperative Extension
Ability to work independently
Proficiency with computer software and services including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Forms, and other applications; Qualtrics; Canvas Learning Management System; EventBrite; Canva or Adobe programs
Must be flexible and able to adjust to changing work priorities and varied assignments
Customer service-oriented with demonstrated ability to maintain effective work relationships with faculty, staff, students, and diverse professional clientele.
Preferred
Knowledge of biological sciences, especially entomology terminology and methods associated with these sciences.
Experience with Cooperative Extension
Ability to work independently
Proficiency with computer software and services including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Forms, and other applications; Qualtrics; Canvas Learning Management System; EventBrite; Canva or Adobe programs
Must be flexible and able to adjust to changing work priorities and varied assignments
Customer service-oriented with demonstrated ability to maintain effective work relationships with faculty, staff, students, and diverse professional clientele.
Special Instructions to Applicants In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page (https://jobs.ufl.edu/resources/veterans-preference/) for more information.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
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Classification Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent.
Job Description: Assist Entomology and Nematology Department Extension faculty with training and education programs that engage partners and clientele across Florida. Primary focus will be working with faculty on projects focused on integrated pest management (IPM) and biodiversity conservation in horticultural systems. Work closely with Extension faculty to facilitate and coordinate in-person and web-based Extension workshops, conferences, and field days; administer and curate pre- and post-training clientele evaluation surveys; assist with registration and student support for Extension Online Learning; and curate survey data to help communicate department Extension program impacts.
Expected Salary: $20.11 - $23.23/hour commensurate with education and experience
Health Assessment Required: No
Responsibilities Extension Event Planning and Coordination
Assist Extension faculty with scheduling Extension events (e.g., workshops, symposia, conferences, webinars)
Assist Extension faculty with coordinating local arrangements for in-person events (e.g., space reservations, accommodations)
Assist Extension faculty with developing and producing materials and supplies needed on-site for events (e.g., displays, name tags)
Coordinate with state agencies and associations to secure continuing education credits (CEUs) for event attendees
Assist Extension faculty with event attendee registration and Q&A (e.g., EventBrite registration)
Process financial documents related to events, like receipts, invoices, and expense reimbursements
Extension events may include, but are not limited to, county agent In-Service Trainings (ISTs), the Urban Innovation Hub Annual Symposium, a sustainable vegetable production conference, the Southeast Pest Management Conference, and others.
Facilitation of Extension Online Learning
Fielding questions from clientele regarding Extension Online Learning course offerings
Assisting with student registrations and receipt of Certificates of Completion
Assist with the administration of collaborative, multi-faculty Extension Online Learning course offerings
Coordinate with ENY Extension faculty who have IFAS Extension Online offerings to troubleshoot and answer student questions
Extension Communication
Work with Extension faculty to develop and/or update web-based educational resources (e.g., UF IFAS Southeastern Landscape Pest Application) and other modalities
Work with Extension faculty to assist with minor updates to sunsetting EDIS publications (e.g., hyperlink updates)
Collaborate with ENY Communications Team to develop ENY Annual Impacts report / infographic
Collaborate with the ENY Communications Team to develop ENY Extension marketing materials, ads, or newsletters.
Capturing Extension Impacts
Work with Extension faculty in Entomology and Nematology, key collaborators, and the Program Development and Evaluation Center
Entering clientele evaluation survey data captured by Extension faculty
Inputting faculty-developed evaluation surveys into Qualtrics
Distributing and promoting faculty-developed surveys to target clientele groups
Collect impact summaries from ENY Extension faculty
Maintain a databased of survey results (including clientele testimonials and success stories) that can be queried for reports
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned by the Chair or Supervisor.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of biological sciences, especially entomology terminology and methods associated with these sciences.
Experience with Cooperative Extension
Ability to work independently
Proficiency with computer software and services including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Forms, and other applications; Qualtrics; Canvas Learning Management System; EventBrite; Canva or Adobe programs
Must be flexible and able to adjust to changing work priorities and varied assignments
Customer service-oriented with demonstrated ability to maintain effective work relationships with faculty, staff, students, and diverse professional clientele.
Preferred
Knowledge of biological sciences, especially entomology terminology and methods associated with these sciences.
Experience with Cooperative Extension
Ability to work independently
Proficiency with computer software and services including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Forms, and other applications; Qualtrics; Canvas Learning Management System; EventBrite; Canva or Adobe programs
Must be flexible and able to adjust to changing work priorities and varied assignments
Customer service-oriented with demonstrated ability to maintain effective work relationships with faculty, staff, students, and diverse professional clientele.
Special Instructions to Applicants In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page (https://jobs.ufl.edu/resources/veterans-preference/) for more information.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
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