Oklahoma State University · 2 weeks ago
Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, 4-H Youth Development
Le Flore County, OK
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$44K/yr - $50K/yr
0+ years expOklahoma State University Extension educators serve as a crucial link between the university and Oklahomans across all 77 counties. This role focuses on providing research-based information in family and consumer sciences and 4-H youth development, aiming to enhance community and rural development through educational programs.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership to family and consumer sciences (FCS) and 4-H youth development programs
Participate as a cohesive OSU Extension team member to involve local clientele and advisory groups to plan, implement, and evaluate the total county program
Maintain cellular or other electronic communication device for communication expectations of the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Family and Consumer Sciences, public health, or similar health-related field is required. For candidates without a degree in FCS, must be able to successfully obtain the noted certifications below within two years of employment: (certification expenses not covered by employer)
No experience required. Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience
Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Valid Drivers License. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate effectively, and to foster a professional image of OSU Extension by displaying a positive view of the organization both internally and externally
Demonstrated ability to adapt well to changing priorities, situations and day-to-day demands
Demonstrated ability and willingness to effectively manage time and resources
Must possess strong writing, communication and organizational skills
Commitment to continue personal professional development
Evidence of ability to build and maintain relationships and work effectively with clientele, advisory groups, Oklahoma Home & Community Education (OHCE) members, and other professionals, etc
Demonstrated competency and effective use of computing and computer-based communications technology
Demonstrated leadership ability in designing, promoting, presenting, and evaluating educational programs and the desire to program to reach diverse audiences
Preferred
Master's in Family and Consumer Sciences
Previous experience in Cooperative Extension or closely related work is desirable
Benefits
Reimbursement for official travel.
Compensation to apply toward the use of their personal cellular device.
Company
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant university that prepares students for success. OSU is America’s Brightest Orange.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$261.63MKey Investors
State of OklahomaU.S. Department of AgricultureU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2025-05-29Grant· $250M
2024-12-10Grant· $0.09M
2024-07-17Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Don Kyle
CEO, National Center for Wellness and Recovery, Oklahoma State University
Roger Reid
CEO
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