The Ohio State University · 4 hours ago
Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development & Family Consumer Sciences - Union County
The Ohio State University is seeking an Extension Educator to work collaboratively with local agency leaders and volunteers to provide guidance for 4-H Youth Development and Family Consumer Science programming. The role involves assessing community educational needs, implementing programming, developing promotional materials, and evaluating program effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with county, region, and state teams of Ohio State University Extension professionals and with local agency leaders and volunteers to provide guidance for 4-H Youth Development and Family and Consumer Science programming targeted to local and area needs
Utilize appropriate methods, both formal and informal, of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities of local community
Implement and teach educational programming, based on these needs, to groups and individuals comprised of adults and/or youth
Replicate and adhere to existing programs that meet the needs of their local community
Develop promotional material, work with committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of the program goals
Evaluate educational programs and dissemination methods, as well as utilize existing evaluation instruments to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, program quality and results of local programs
Assist in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding
Assume OSU Extension stewardship roles to assist in the management of the local office
Participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision and values of both Ohio State University Extension and 4-H Youth Development and Family and Consumer Sciences
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's Degree for Extension Educator 1
Requires a Master's Degree for Extension Educator 2
Requires a Master's Degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience for Extension Educator 3
Resume and cover letter, specific to the posting, are to be included at time of application, include months and years worked for each employment listed
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check
A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University is a public research university based in Columbus, Ohio.
Funding
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