"Program Associate I - Mercer County"

Position Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Associate I – Mercer County for the 4-H Youth Development program.

Key Duties

• Provides professional support to Mercer County 4-H's STEM initiatives.
• Targets youth enrolled in out-of-school programs throughout Trenton and surrounding communities.
• Supports the Rutgers 4-H STEM Ambassadors, Tomorrow's Innovators 4-H Science Saturday Program, STEM Pathfinders Summer Academy, 4-H STEM Lab (small makerspace), and teen-led STEM outreach for youth from a variety of Trenton-based collaborating organizations.
• Handles STEM program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Handles program marketing and public relations; and recruitment, training, and supervision of 4-H teen and adult volunteers.
• Participates in appropriate departmental, Rutgers Cooperative Extension (RCE), New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES), School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS), University and County administrative functions.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in education, youth development, or related STEM field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Two years of related professional experience after a bachelor's degree.

Equipment Utilized

Computer, printer and related software including but not limited to Microsoft Office suite and ZSuites in collaboration with ES237 reporting system. Email for communications and research, locally and nationally. Equipment related to teaching (laptop, projector, etc.) – Working knowledge of current and changing electronic technology.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Ability to carry demonstration supplies, presentation equipment and class materials. Ability to work daytime, evenings and weekends, as needed.

Special Conditions

Clean driving record.

Salary

$59,893 - $65,883