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Job Responsibilities and Behavioral Expectations for the Extension Parent Educator for Grand Forks County
The Extension Parent Educator will work collaboratively with a team of extension, research professionals, county residents, and leaders to provide science-informed education, collaboration and facilitation in parent education in Grand Forks County.
This position is a full-time position. This position is based in the NDSU Extension-Grand Forks County office located in Grand Forks, ND. Supervision is provided by the district director serving Grand Forks County.
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
Educate
Deliver and evaluate parent education programs to adult audiences. Successful extension programs will require you to:
Collaborate and Facilitate
Other
Behavioral expectations include:
About Us:
North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension is the link between the public and our land-grant university, NDSU, and our mission is to empower North Dakotans to improve their lives and communities through science-based education. Extension agents are the local face of NDSU Extension and deliver educational programs to meet the needs of the people and communities in the counties we serve. We value collaboration, flexibility, autonomy, a culture of discovery and lifelong learning and are seeking individuals who are relationship-focused, community-minded and impact-driven.
More information about NDSU Extension can be found at: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension.
Location:
About Grand Forks County Extension:
NDSU Extension in Grand Forks County gives local residents easy access to the resources and expertise of North Dakota State University. Through educational programs, publications and events, Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Grand Forks County citizens.
The Parent Family Educator position is located within the Grand Forks County Extension office in downtown Grand Forks, ND. Grand Forks is a vibrant, thriving, community surrounded by rich beautiful farm country. Grand Forks ranks among the most secure small cities in America; has an international airport; provides outstanding educational opportunities for students of all ages; offers many activities for every season and is cooler than you may think! For more information about what Grand Forks has to offer, visit https://www.visitgrandforks.com/ and https://grandforksiscooler.com/
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00 - 5:00 PM (Some evening and weekend work may be required)
Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Applicant Materials Required:
Benefits:
NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include: wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include: supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.
Diversity Statement:
NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.
Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information:
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.
Description & Details:
Job Responsibilities and Behavioral Expectations for the Extension Parent Educator for Grand Forks County
The Extension Parent Educator will work collaboratively with a team of extension, research professionals, county residents, and leaders to provide science-informed education, collaboration and facilitation in parent education in Grand Forks County.
This position is a full-time position. This position is based in the NDSU Extension-Grand Forks County office located in Grand Forks, ND. Supervision is provided by the district director serving Grand Forks County.
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
Educate
Deliver and evaluate parent education programs to adult audiences. Successful extension programs will require you to:
- Conduct needs assessment and issue identification that result in programs based on the needs of the county.
- Provide in-person and virtual teaching and coordination for evidence-based programs to parents, primary caregivers, childcare providers and other related groups to strengthen their knowledge and skills of positive parenting practices.
- Assist Extension specialists in designing appropriate programs and curriculum to evolve with the needs of the counties and relevant professional research in the field.
- Interpret and integrate pertinent research information into educational programs.
- Evaluate and market the impact of educational programs delivered.
Collaborate and Facilitate
- Cooperate and collaborate with local, county and state agencies, organizations and businesses to enhance parenting education and family and community wellness opportunities.
- Coordinate site logistics, review and evaluate educational programs in Grand Forks County.
- Hire and oversee facilitators to teach, deliver and evaluate evidence-based parent education programs to adult audiences that include parents, primary caregivers and other related groups.
- Identify and reduce barriers to program participation including location, transportation and childcare.
- Maintain parenting programs that comply with the child abuse prevention guidelines as provided by the Department of Human Services to the Parent Education Network.
- Develop a broad-based marketing campaign that enhances public awareness of the importance of parenting and available programs and services.
- Provide parenting information within the Parent Education Network with focus on the geographic territory of Grand Forks, Nelson, Pembina and Walsh counties.
- Develop and implement facilitator recruitment, training and management systems.
Other
- Oversee parent education programming budget.
- Be an active learner to keep relevant with new teaching strategies, advances in the professional field, technology, news and related research.
- Be self-directed with minimal supervision in the work environment.
- Some weekend and evening work is required.
- Travel within the county and occasional travel outside the county is required.
- Overnight trips are required on occasion for meetings and professional development.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of Extension programming.
Behavioral expectations include:
- Represent NDSU Extension in a manner that reflects well on yourself, other Extension employees and Extension as a whole.
- Work ethically, with integrity and respect confidentiality.
- Contribute to an environment of cooperative, supportive and positive working relationships with co-workers and clientele.
- Resolve differences constructively. Use tact and courtesy at all times.
- Use effective time management.
- Exhibit positive attitude, image, personal motivation and professionalism.
About Us:
North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension is the link between the public and our land-grant university, NDSU, and our mission is to empower North Dakotans to improve their lives and communities through science-based education. Extension agents are the local face of NDSU Extension and deliver educational programs to meet the needs of the people and communities in the counties we serve. We value collaboration, flexibility, autonomy, a culture of discovery and lifelong learning and are seeking individuals who are relationship-focused, community-minded and impact-driven.
More information about NDSU Extension can be found at: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension.
Location:
About Grand Forks County Extension:
NDSU Extension in Grand Forks County gives local residents easy access to the resources and expertise of North Dakota State University. Through educational programs, publications and events, Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Grand Forks County citizens.
The Parent Family Educator position is located within the Grand Forks County Extension office in downtown Grand Forks, ND. Grand Forks is a vibrant, thriving, community surrounded by rich beautiful farm country. Grand Forks ranks among the most secure small cities in America; has an international airport; provides outstanding educational opportunities for students of all ages; offers many activities for every season and is cooler than you may think! For more information about what Grand Forks has to offer, visit https://www.visitgrandforks.com/ and https://grandforksiscooler.com/
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00 - 5:00 PM (Some evening and weekend work may be required)
Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in human development and family sciences, family and consumer sciences education, education, or related field.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders.
- Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals, groups and through mass media.
- Ability to conduct oneself professionally, be self-directed in the work environment and work flexible and extended hours.
- Ability to use technology for communication, information finding, program delivery, and reporting.
- Familiarity with various ethnic and socioeconomic audiences, an interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in a related field to human development and family sciences, and/or certified parent educator.
- Experience recruiting and managing employees.
- Experience in designing and delivering educational programs.
- Recent Extension work experience.
- Experience with problem solving and conflict management.
- Professional work in the area of parent education.
Applicant Materials Required:
- Cover letter including how you may meet any or all minimum and preferred qualifications.
- Resume
- Unofficial transcripts
- Include three professional references in application reference section
- Screening will begin 5/3/24
Benefits:
NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include: wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include: supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.
Diversity Statement:
NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.
Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information:
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.
