Oklahoma State University · 8 hours ago
Extension Educator, Agriculture/4-H Youth Development - Garfield 430067
Garfield County, OK
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$44K/yr - $50K/yrOklahoma State University (OSU) Extension educators serve as a vital link between the university and the people of Oklahoma, focusing on agriculture and youth development. The role involves providing leadership to agricultural and 4-H youth development programs, engaging with local clientele to plan and evaluate extension programs.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership to agricultural and 4-H youth development programs in a dual assignment with approximately 90% of time spent in agriculture and 10% of time spent in 4-H youth development work
Participate as a cohesive team member to involve local clientele and advisory groups to plan, implement, and evaluate the total OSU Extension County program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Agriculture or closely related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
No experience required. Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience
Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Valid Driver's License. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel
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, volunteer leaders 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 Agriculture or closely related field
Previous experience in Cooperative Extension or closely related work is desirable
Benefits
Reimbursement for official travel.
Company
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant university that prepares students for success. OSU is America’s Brightest Orange.
Founded in 1890
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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