Assistant Professor (Practice)

About the role

The Division of Extension and Engagement invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Assistant Professor of Practice position with the Oregon State University Extension’s Forestry and Natural Resources Program. This position serves Jackson, Josephine, and Curry counties. The academic home for this position is in either the Department of Forest Engineering, Resources and Management or the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society in the College of Forestry at Oregon State University, to be decided within one year of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs of intended audiences and use results to focus program development efforts.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate non-credit educational programs and events, such as classes, workshops, short courses, seminars, field tours, webinars, web-based instructional modules, etc., on subjects important to clientele.
• Develop non-credit educational materials such as Extension bulletins, magazine and newsletter articles, websites, blogs, videos, and other social or mass media content.
• Design culturally inclusive and socially cognizant materials for Extension non-credit programs.
• Follow OSU and division brand guidelines, digital publishing standards and digital contact management data integrity practices for programmatic communications, marketing and engagement.
• Engage with a diverse array of conservation groups, collaborative partnerships, and agency partners.
• Engage youth through teacher professional development or directly through outdoor schools, camps, and other youth events.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers.
• Assist with the development of programs and services to the Oregon Small Woodlands Association, its local chapters, and other forest landowner organizations.
• Develop marketing strategies and utilize appropriate tools (e.g., digital and print assets, video, press releases, social media) to reach intended audience segments.
• Utilize technology as a tool to increase the reach and impact of program delivery, including participating with 'Ask Extension.'
• Create accessible and inclusive environments that make space for a range of learner needs and provide reasonable accommodations.
• Contribute to the maintenance of the existing core curriculum and development of additional modules to the core curriculum, in cooperation with other Extension colleagues.
• Participate in professional development opportunities that are appropriate for the current assignment and specialty.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Forestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience in forestry, natural resources, or a related field.
• Experience in developing and delivering non-credit educational programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of digital communications and technologies.
• Ability to travel/drive to various sites in the assigned counties.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and technologies.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to engage with diverse audiences and communities.
• Experience working with youth and collaborating with conservation groups.

Benefits

Benefits eligible positions that are designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. Retirement savings paid by the university. A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. This position may require some travel/driving to various sites in the assigned counties.