Programs focus on developing leadership and workforce skills in youth, including an extensive STEM element, through a variety of established instructional delivery modes.
The Extension Agent (1) collaborates with county and community based organizations to deliver programs and recruit program participants; (2) determines program needs and priorities by conducting needs assessments; (3) organizes, communicates, and delivers course materials in formal and informal instructional settings, including organized 4-H clubs, special interest youth programs, 4-H projects, after-school programs, summer day camp programs, and school enrichment programs, and (4) evaluates data collected from multiple sources including advisory committee members, county residents and program participants, to determine program impacts.
This position focuses on delivering programs addressing the specific needs of limited-resource and socially-disadvantaged youth, based on changing social, economic, and demographic factors.
Targets high priority needs and issues confronting residents of low income and minority communities, including but not limited to public housing.
Special focus is to concentrate on youth experiencing problems and families in adverse situations.
an educational outreach organization within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.Cooperative Extension at A&T provides researched-based educational information, programming andtechnical assistance to limited-resource audiences that address a diverse range of issues in fourprogrammatic areas - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community andRural Development, and 4-H Youth Development.
Together with its partners - North Carolina StateUniversity Cooperative Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, state and countygovernments, a dynamic and resourceful system is formed.
In addition to campus operations, TheCooperative Extension Program has professionally staffed offices in almost half of the 100 countiesin North Carolina and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
- Master's degree from an accredited university in a field related to child or youth development; or a bachelor's degree in a related field with work experience in Extension or working/teaching in diverse communities, with an understanding that a Master's degree will be pursued.
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
- Ability to work and interact with diverse populations.
- Computer literacy (proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Office).
- Strong oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities.
- Ability to network with community partners and agencies and maintain the working relationships.
- Valid Driver's license and personal transportation.
- Ability to travel and work after hours/weekends as needed.
- Must be able to lift and carry training supplies, publications and equipment needed for training programs.
- Master's degree in field related to child or youth education or development as specified above, and two or more years of experience working with limited-resource youth.
- Experience planning programs and working in diverse communities. Experience working effectively as a team member.
- Ability to manage time and resources.
- Experience and knowledge in mass media, marketing and presentations.
- Skills in leadership, budgeting and public relations.
Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC - Health Benefits
- NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount