Employer: UGA

Description:
Open Position Announcement: #6206 County Extension Agent - 4-H and Youth

Headquarters: Lakeland, GA County: Lanier (http://laniercounty.georgia.gov/)

Position Available: Immediately (this is a new position)

Qualifications: This position requires:
• A Master’s degree in Youth Development, Education, Sociology, Agricultural Leadership, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Recreation, or related area is preferred (a Bachelor’s degree in an applicable area will be considered)
• Successful experience in program development and management (direct 4-H experience preferred), demonstrated communication ability as well as skills in leadership and management
• The ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs, and
• A demonstrated ability to work as a team member and with groups and committees.

Major Responsibilities:
• Responsible for managing the 4-H program in Lanier County by providing educational programs for youth in monthly 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for project and judging events
• Provides leadership for volunteers, Para-professionals, and teen leaders in delivering 4-H and Youth programs
• Utilizes the expertise of and works closely with advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs
• Develops plan of work that is equitable in meeting the needs of the varied county socio-economic situation
• Ensures the Civil Rights/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action plan of UGA Cooperative Extension is followed in assigned program responsibilities and that clientele understand that Extension offers educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability
• Develops and conducts relevant interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues
• Collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs
• Conducts promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming
• Utilizes current research data and information on emerging issues in program development and teaching
• Demonstrates personal interest and involvement in community by participating in and supporting civic/community activities/organizations and networking with community leaders
• See www.caes.uga.edu/intranet/coextopr/pdfs/coextagentjd.pdf for a listing of other responsibilities.
• This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle for official duty travel are required. A travel allowance will be provided.

Administrative Relationships: - This position serves as a UGA Public Service Faculty Member (refer to the following career ladder http://outreach.uga.edu/files/publications/pdfs/Promotion_Guidelines_2007-2008.pdf) and a member of the Lanier County Extension Staff (http://www.caes.uga.edu/extension/county.cfm?CountyOfficeID=262). It is under the direction and leadership of the Lanier County Extension Coordinator and the Southwest District Extension Director.

Salary & Benefits: $40,000/year for Masters Degree (Bachelor’s $34,000) in appropriate subject area. An excellent benefits package is available as a faculty member of the University of Georgia.

Application Procedures: To ensure consideration, your application must be received in the CAES Human Resources Department by May 8, 2008. Apply online at www.caes.uga.edu/applications/caesjobs/caesext.cfm

Or direct questions to: UGA CAES Human Resources, Cooperative Extension
Athens, GA 30602-4356 Phone: (706) 542-8826, FAX: (706) 542-8820, Email: caesohr@uga.edu


Agriculture and Natural Resources • Family and Consumer Sciences • 4-H Youth
ugaextension.com
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution

Location: Lakeland

Qualifications: Qualifications: This position requires: • A Master’s degree in Youth Development, Education, Sociology, Agricultural Leadership, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Recreation, or related area is preferred (a Bachelor’s degree in an applicable area will be considered) • Successful experience in program development and management (direct 4-H experience preferred), demonstrated communication ability as well as skills in leadership and management • The ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs, and • A demonstrated ability to work as a team member and with groups and committees.

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Address: Application Procedures: To ensure consideration, your application must be received in the CAES Human Resources Department by May 8, 2008. Apply online at www.caes.uga.edu/applications/caesjobs/caesext.cfm

Or direct questions to: UGA CAES Human Resources, Cooperative Extension
Athens, GA 30602-4356 Phone: (706) 542-8826, FAX: (706) 542-8820, Email: caesohr@uga.edu

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Salary: $40,000/year

Benefits:

Deadline: May 01, 2008