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University of Delaware

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The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans.

Job No: 503020
Work Type: Staff
Location: Newark, DE
Categories: Academic Administration, Full Time, Trainers & Educators, Extension and Outreach

PAY GRADE: 30E

CONTEXT OF THE JOB:

Cooperative Extension is an informal, educational, nationwide network that combines the expertise and resources of federal, state, and local governments to improve people’s lives. Under the general direction of the New Castle County (NCC) Extension Director, the Extension Agent manages programs within the NCC 4-H program area.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide program planning, implementation, promotion, as well as collect evaluation data from programs and trainings based on county initiatives.
Collaborate with New Castle County Council Community Services Department to administer programs to address and resolve issues affecting youth in priority areas in New Castle County.
Manage New Castle County 4-H Embryology in the Classroom program.
Manage budgets as required. Seek funds to enhance and maintain the work of this position.
Identify, recruit, manage and support volunteers.
Hire and train miscellaneous wage staff for the county funded programs.
Engage with the 4-H community via workshops, trainings, competitive events, one on one meetings, and monthly group meetings.
Develop, prepare, and distribute program information and promotional materials for Extension programs.
Work directly with Teen Junior Council, Day Camp Counselors, Jr. Leaders and members of the county Extension advisory committees.
Serve on county and state Extension committees and liaison with community leaders and partners.
Recommend new policy and program initiatives or changes to enhance current programs.
Responsible for implementation of Program Plan as well as reporting impacts within Extension’s Planning and Reporting System (PEARS).
Maintain and improve professional competence through formal and non-formal courses and conferences.
Understand and ensure compliance with UD/CANR/Cooperative Extension policies and procedures.
Responsible for complying with university policies, procedures, and best practices regarding protecting data.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree and four years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in a business, communication, youth development or family science or marketing discipline preferred.
Knowledge of Extension and youth and/or adult education methods.
Proficient MS Office computing skills; familiarity and experience with online communications platforms.
Ability to recruit, train and support volunteers.
Effective organizational, management and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively present information on an individual/group basis with a specific target audience(s).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires evening and weekend work.
Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation required.