Haralson Co. Extension Ag Educator University of Georgia Extension
- Date Posted September 12, 2018
- Location Buchanan, GA
- Category Agriculture / Education
- Job type Full-Time
University of Georgia Cooperative Extension has local offices in 158 counties across Georgia. We've built a reputation of providing trusted, science-based research and education through a network of committed specialists, agents and volunteers. We offer summer internships, full and part-time professional and paraprofessional positions working in agriculture & natural resources, family & consumer sciences and 4-H & youth development programs.
Job descriptionBachelor’s Degree in appropriate field and one (1) year of applicable experience. Ability to learn about all of the services and resources available to county Extension clientele and the ability to assist clientele with access to these services and resources; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele; Ability to successfully complete 4-H Chaperone Training; Proficiency in current word processing and data management and accounting software programs (e.g. QuickBooks, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel); and Certified Master Gardener training is preferred
Preferred Qualifications Position SummaryThe Agricultural and Natural Resources (ANR) Educator position is an exempt professional staff role within UGA Cooperative Extension responsible for managing the many ANR resources offered by a county office. A high level of independent judgment is required to effectively carry out the essential duties of the job and the incumbent is expected to manage both Extension program administration and ANR education delivery by developing techniques and procedures as appropriate. Work in this occupation is by nature a combination of office and field work. This person works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or CompetenciesProficient in typing, filing, and computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office and Quick Books. Good communication skills required to answer telephone and greet the public.
Physical DemandsSome degree of physical activity is required to conduct programs (e.g. handling animals, demonstration materials, and audio-video equipment
-Assist in management and assignment of Master Gardener Extension Volunteers (MGEV) including tracking volunteer reporting requirements and annual paperwork (RMT, Volunteer Agreement).
-Assist MGEVs with outreach programming by suggesting educational events and assisting with or leading MGEV training activities.
-Maintain communication with MGEVs through weekly announcements and updates and by attending board meetings, Lunch & Learn meetings, and MGEV team-building events.
-Work with ANR agent and MGEV board members to make volunteers aware of program participation requirements, Extension/ MGEV projects, volunteer opportunities, and continuing education opportunities.
-Assist in planning and facilitating ANR programming, including reserving venues, creating promotional materials, registering participants, copying handouts and preparing materials for class participants, and assisting with program set-up and break-down.
-Assist with client services by answering homeowner lawn and landscape questions.
- Utilize website and social media to increase ANR program outreach.
- Maintain and update listservs for volunteer groups (MGEV, MNEV) and client groups (Extension Community, Small Flock owners, agricultural producers, green industry professionals).
-Conduct ANR programs with prepared curriculum that meets the needs of clients.
- Maintain appropriate records for fiscal reporting of program areas.
- May prepare various accounting forms and exercise basic accounting responsibility in reconciling Extension program budgets.
- Must keep financial records current within the existing month.
- Budget allocated funds so that equipment, supplies, travel expenses, and other program supports are within limits and seek additional resources for programs.
-Demonstrate personal interest and involvement in local community by joining local civic organizations (or supporting their efforts) and networking with community leaders.
- Perform specific tasks and assume leadership for certain program areas as specified by the District Extension Director or County Extension Coordinator.
- Conduct all duties in accordance with The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Equal Opportunity plan that ensures all educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or veteran status.