Purdue Extension · 16 hours ago
Extension Specialist, Financial Resource Management
West Lafayette, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expPurdue Extension is seeking a new Extension Specialist to lead statewide outreach initiatives in financial resource management. This role focuses on designing and delivering educational materials to support financial education and literacy among various stakeholders.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with White Lodging-J.W. Marriott Jr. School of Hospitality and Tourism Management faculty and other university colleagues, state extension specialists from a variety of disciplines, extension educators, and agency partners in the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative disciplinary and interdisciplinary educational programs and materials
Build and maintain partnerships with state and federal agencies and various voluntary organizations
Collaborate with faculty on research and content development as opportunities arise
Provide professional development for extension professionals and others, and serve as a resource person for extension professionals, volunteers, and partners
Facilitate the application of research-based knowledge and information available from Purdue University, the nationwide Land-Grant system, and other sources of reputable research
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Consumer/Family Economics, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or related field
Four years of experience in Extension or a related field
In lieu of degree, a combination of education and experience will be considered (Bachelor's degree + 6 years of experience)
Demonstrated experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation
Experience working with professionals in the community on issues related to financial resource management
Experience with digital technologies and online education delivery
Excellent written and oral communication for diverse audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate complex concepts into accessible educational programming
Ability to secure external funding
Proficiency in program evaluation and impact assessment methodologies
Ability to work collaboratively in disciplinary teams
Cultural competency and sensitivity to the needs of both rural and urban populations
Company
Purdue Extension
Purdue Extension provides practical solutions to local issues.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase