Extension Educator for Agriculture/4-H Youth Dev in Custer CS9652

About the role

Oklahoma State University (OSU) Extension educators are the “front door” to the University, providing a link between OSU and the people of the state in all 77 Oklahoma counties. OSU Extension represents a federal, state, and county partnership working since 1914. The mission of OSU Extension is to disseminate information to the people of Oklahoma and encourage the adoption of research-generated knowledge. Extension educators provide research-based information to clientele in the areas of agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community and rural development.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• a 1-2 page cover letter summarizing their experience and expertise related to the position’s goals and required qualifications,
• resume,
• contact information for three references, and
• copy of college transcript showing degree conferral.

About This Position

This position is located in the Custer County Extension Office, Arapaho, Oklahoma. Position provides leadership to agricultural and 4-H youth development programs in a dual assignment with approximately 90% of time spent in agriculture and 10% of time spent in 4-H youth development work. Participates as a cohesive team member to involve local clientele and advisory groups to plan, implement, and evaluate the total OSU Extension County program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Agriculture or closely related,
• No experience required.

Starting Salary

Based upon education and prior relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Agriculture,
• Previous experience in Cooperative Extension or closely related work is desirable.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

• Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate effectively,
• To foster a professional image of OSU Extension by displaying a positive view of the organization both internally and externally,
• Demonstrated ability to adapt well to changing priorities, situations and day-to-day demands,
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to effectively manage time and resources,
• Must possess strong writing, communication and organizational skills,
• Commitment to continue personal professional development,
• Demonstrated competency and effective use of computing and computer-based communications technology,
• Demonstrated leadership ability in designing, promoting, presenting and evaluating educational programs and the desire to program to reach diverse audiences.

Benefits

Base annual salary for entry level educators who have a bachelor’s degree is $44,000; a master’s degree is $50,000. Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience. Extension educators hired with only a bachelor’s degree are encouraged to work toward completion of an approved master’s degree. Continuation of employment is based upon need, performance and available county funding.