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This job expired on November 11, 2018

Pulaski Co. Extension Educator University of Georgia Extension

  • Date Posted September 12, 2018
  • Location Hawkinsville, GA
  • Category Agriculture / Education
  • Job type Full-Time
Company description

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 description

Bachelor’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 Summary

The 4-H County Educator position is a professional staff role within UGA Extension responsible the delivery of the 4-H program within Pulaski County.
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 4-H education delivery by developing techniques and procedures as appropriate.
This person works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator.

http://extension.uga.edu/careers

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Proficient in typing, filling, and computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office and Quick Books.
Computer experience and office skills required.
Good communication skills required to answer telephone and greet the public.

Physical Demands

Some degree of physical activity is required to conduct programs (e.g. handling animals, demonstration materials, and audio-video equipment).
Work in this occupation is by nature a combination of office and field work.

Duties/Responsibilities

Conduct in-school club meetings and deliver prepared curriculum that meets state (Georgia Professional Standards) guidelines.
Plan ahead and cooperate with staff members to coordinate programs.

Assist 4-H’ers in preparation for 4-H competitive events including project achievement, judging teams, etc.
Transport or arrange for transportation of 4-H’ers to various district and state level events and if assigned, provide leadership for youth while attending these events.
Incorporate the results of program evaluations and feedback in planning future programs and techniques used in implementing programs.

Identify, recruit, train, involve, and recognize volunteers in planning, teaching, and evaluating Extension 4-H programs and assist interested volunteers in the successful completion of the 4-H Chaperone Training.

Use local mass media to publicize 4-H events and accomplishments.
Use county website and internet media to increase 4-H program outreach.
Make reports to appropriate clientele and public officials through media, personal contacts, and/or group meetings to provide information on progress of 4-H programs and coordinate reporting with other county staff members.

Submit accurate, complete reports on time in Georgia Counts, 4-H Enrollment, and to District and State 4-H office as required and provide supplemental documentation useful in evaluating and improving educational programs as needed.
Cooperate with other staff in preparing joint reports.

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.

Recruit 9 to 18 year old students to become involved in 4-H educational programs.

Demonstrate personal interest and involvement in local community by joining local civic organizations (or supporting their efforts) and networking with community leaders.



 

Compensation this position is : salaried Work visa This employer is willing to sponsor a work visa for international applicants Application instructions
This job expired on November 11, 2018
DeadlineSeptember 17, 2018

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