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Extension Agent, FCH (Dimmit County)
Prairie View A&M University Adloc Cooperative Extension Programs Commensurate Prairie View, Texas Staff The Extension Agent, under general supervision, implements, plans, and evaluates educational programs and activities in Family and Community Health. Supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities. The position will support Dimmit County. Responsibilities: Implements the planned educational programs and activities in assigned program areas; supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities; identifies, recruits, and trains local volunteer leaders; utilizes a variety of teaching methods, strategies, and materials in conducting educational programs; complies with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Affirmative Action Plan of Prairie View A&M University in conducting Extension educational programs; works with and supports Extension-sponsored groups toward the achievement of increased participation and strengthening programs. Plans with committees, task forces, groups, and organizations to conduct educational programs and activities; develops comprehensive outcome and output program plans; plans evaluation strategies for outcome directed programs and significant program activities; plans regularly with the total staff to coordinate programming efforts; coordinates and collaborates with other agencies, groups, and organizations to plan educational programs. Develops a long-range professional improvement plan; participates in formal and informal training opportunities; participates in regularly scheduled county staff conferences; assists in the maintenance of files, mailing lists, membership rolls, and inventories; keeps informed on the Equal Employment Opportunity Program of Cooperative Extension Program; cooperates with the county coordinator and other staff members in the development and implementation of an EEO Action Plan for the county office unit; conducts annual performance review; performs the responsibilities of the Extension Agent in a professional manner; maintains a positive work atmosphere. Utilizes appropriate evaluation strategies to determine the progress of outcome programs; uses evaluation results to make program revisions and modifications; utilizes evaluation data and program outcomes to interpret program impacts. Maintains appropriate communications with county, district, and administrative staff; prepares reports and outcome program summaries; conducts interpretation events for county and state elected officials. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree. No prior experience required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Technical competence in appropriate subject matter and the ability to apply this knowledge to the solution of problems. Understanding of the learning and development processes of youth and adults; knowledge of a variety of teaching methods to provide effective learning experiences. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Strong written and oral communication skills. Other Requirements: This position is fully remote. The selected candidate must reside within a 25-mile radius of the assigned county. Job Posting Close Date: Until Filled Required Attachments: Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Prairie View A&M University Adloc Cooperative Extension Programs Commensurate Prairie View, Texas Staff The Extension Agent, under general supervision, implements, plans, and evaluates educational programs and activities in Family and Community Health. Supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities. The position will support Dimmit County. Responsibilities: Implements the planned educational programs and activities in assigned program areas; supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities; identifies, recruits, and trains local volunteer leaders; utilizes a variety of teaching methods, strategies, and materials in conducting educational programs; complies with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Affirmative Action Plan of Prairie View A&M University in conducting Extension educational programs; works with and supports Extension-sponsored groups toward the achievement of increased participation and strengthening programs. Plans with committees, task forces, groups, and organizations to conduct educational programs and activities; develops comprehensive outcome and output program plans; plans evaluation strategies for outcome directed programs and significant program activities; plans regularly with the total staff to coordinate programming efforts; coordinates and collaborates with other agencies, groups, and organizations to plan educational programs. Develops a long-range professional improvement plan; participates in formal and informal training opportunities; participates in regularly scheduled county staff conferences; assists in the maintenance of files, mailing lists, membership rolls, and inventories; keeps informed on the Equal Employment Opportunity Program of Cooperative Extension Program; cooperates with the county coordinator and other staff members in the development and implementation of an EEO Action Plan for the county office unit; conducts annual performance review; performs the responsibilities of the Extension Agent in a professional manner; maintains a positive work atmosphere. Utilizes appropriate evaluation strategies to determine the progress of outcome programs; uses evaluation results to make program revisions and modifications; utilizes evaluation data and program outcomes to interpret program impacts. Maintains appropriate communications with county, district, and administrative staff; prepares reports and outcome program summaries; conducts interpretation events for county and state elected officials. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree. No prior experience required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Technical competence in appropriate subject matter and the ability to apply this knowledge to the solution of problems. Understanding of the learning and development processes of youth and adults; knowledge of a variety of teaching methods to provide effective learning experiences. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Strong written and oral communication skills. Other Requirements: This position is fully remote. The selected candidate must reside within a 25-mile radius of the assigned county. Job Posting Close Date: Until Filled Required Attachments: Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.