Extension Educator for Youth Development

5 days ago

Thief River Falls, Minnesota, United States MOORHEAD REGIONAL EXTENSION OFFICE Full time
About the Position

The 4-H Extension Educator is a community-based academic professional of the University of Minnesota Extension. This position is a link between the University of Minnesota research and Minnesota residents by creating learning opportunities that address local needs.

The 4-H Extension Educator primarily works with adults to lead, manage, and steward the full range of 4-H Youth Development programming in the county/tribal community. This position collaborates with youth, families, volunteers, community partners, and University faculty/staff to achieve two overarching program goals: 1) Youth will learn by developing a passion in their areas of interest; 2) Youth will lead by being innovators and social change agents.

Job Duties
  • Program Development, Delivery, and Engagement
  • Volunteer Systems
  • Program Operations
Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree at time of hire in fields related to but not limited to education, social sciences, family and consumer sciences, sociology, psychology, and agriculture. Degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience (paid or unpaid) leading, teaching, and/or managing programs for youth. Experience effectively interacting with people from various cultural backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality of work and working with minimal supervision.

Evidenced ability to effectively communicate in English using oral and written communication methods (e.g., business correspondence, publications, presentations, web, and social media).

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of post-bachelor's degree experience relevant to youth development, program development, and/or volunteer systems development.

Evidenced knowledge of youth development theory and practice (e.g., college coursework, volunteer training) Experience designing, developing, delivering, and/or evaluating high quality, culturally relevant, educational programs.

Experience recruiting, guiding, and/or supervising volunteers, including volunteer boards, and/or staff. Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts. Proficient use of technology for communicating, locating information, and monitoring trends to design, deliver, evaluate, and report programs. Evidenced ability to work cooperatively with community partners or local governments to address educational needs. Experience teaching youth and/or adults in a non-formal setting. Experience organizing and managing events and activities. Experience planning and applying relevant organizational policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g., creating safe environments, financial practices).

Appointment/Salary

The positions have an annual University academic professional appointment as Assistant Extension Educator, Job code 9625ST. The appointment is reviewed for renewal annually, with continuation dependent on performance, results, availability of county funds, and program needs.

Internal promotion is available. Meeting the promotion policy criteria to achieve promotion is expected. Salary commensurate with education and experience, estimated starting salary is $51,000 - $55,000 for a 100% time position. This is a salaried, not hourly, position. Reimbursement for travel and subsistence is available in accordance with University policy.

Benefits Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.

We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost.

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