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Req ID:
req16800
Position Title:
Extension State Program Specialist
Position Type:
Staff Full-Time
Position Number:
CS9699
OSU Campus:
Stillwater
Department:
4H Youth Development Programs
Location Address:
505 Ag Hall, Stillwater, OK 74078 USA
Hiring Supervisor:
Steve Beck
Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):
Commensurate with education and experience
Work Schedule:
Work schedule to be determined by supervisor.
Faculty Appt Period:
Job Summary:
Develop an aggressive Brighter Future program to prepare youth 9 - 12th grade for college and career readiness. The program will be research-based, emphasizing program design, implementation, and evaluation. Programs should be relevant, welcoming, and inclusive for all audiences.
Build Oklahoma 4-H Brighter Future Clubs through marketing and interactions with Extension Educators, 4-H Volunteers, and pre-service teachers in every county.
Develop both online and hands-on Brighter Future Curriculum to prepare students for a successful college and career transition.
Implement educational activities to build positive relationships between Brighter Future families and OSU. Assist families with campus transition by helping to answer basic questions or concerns and connecting families with the correct support on campus.
Deliver Brighter Future lessons to youth and in-service education to county Extension educators and club leaders across the state.
Work as a liaison between Oklahoma 4-H and OSU Student Affairs, Admissions and Enrollment Management.
Build networks and work collaboratively with staff and faculty across Oklahoma State University.
About Us: Oklahoma 4-H helps youth learn the life skills they need to be the leaders of tomorrow, teaching members they can lead today and can make tangible, significant changes in their clubs, their communities, their state and their world.
For more than 100 years, Oklahoma 4-H has welcomed young people of all beliefs and backgrounds, giving kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better.
Oklahoma 4-H is delivered by OSU Extension - with offices based in all 77 counties, our educators provide experiences where young people learn by doing. For more information, visit: https://4h.okstate.edu/
There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit: 1) a 1-2 page cover letter summarizing their experience and expertise related to the position's goals and required qualifications, 2) resume, and 3) contact information for three references
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required: Master's in education, youth development, leadership or related field with at least one degree in education, youth development, leadership or related field
Five (5) or more years of successful professional work experience
Proven leadership and program development experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate effectively with county and state staff and lay leaders.
Demonstrated organizational development and management skills; knowledge of and the ability to utilize electronic communications and computer technology skills for communication and program management.
Willingness to work within a flexible time frame, which may include evenings and weekends, and travel throughout the district, state, and occasionally out of state.
Valid driver's license. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
Req ID:
req16800
Position Title:
Extension State Program Specialist
Position Type:
Staff Full-Time
Position Number:
CS9699
OSU Campus:
Stillwater
Department:
4H Youth Development Programs
Location Address:
505 Ag Hall, Stillwater, OK 74078 USA
Hiring Supervisor:
Steve Beck
Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):
Commensurate with education and experience
Work Schedule:
Work schedule to be determined by supervisor.
Faculty Appt Period:
Job Summary:
Develop an aggressive Brighter Future program to prepare youth 9 - 12th grade for college and career readiness. The program will be research-based, emphasizing program design, implementation, and evaluation. Programs should be relevant, welcoming, and inclusive for all audiences.
Build Oklahoma 4-H Brighter Future Clubs through marketing and interactions with Extension Educators, 4-H Volunteers, and pre-service teachers in every county.
Develop both online and hands-on Brighter Future Curriculum to prepare students for a successful college and career transition.
Implement educational activities to build positive relationships between Brighter Future families and OSU. Assist families with campus transition by helping to answer basic questions or concerns and connecting families with the correct support on campus.
Deliver Brighter Future lessons to youth and in-service education to county Extension educators and club leaders across the state.
Work as a liaison between Oklahoma 4-H and OSU Student Affairs, Admissions and Enrollment Management.
Build networks and work collaboratively with staff and faculty across Oklahoma State University.
About Us: Oklahoma 4-H helps youth learn the life skills they need to be the leaders of tomorrow, teaching members they can lead today and can make tangible, significant changes in their clubs, their communities, their state and their world.
For more than 100 years, Oklahoma 4-H has welcomed young people of all beliefs and backgrounds, giving kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better.
Oklahoma 4-H is delivered by OSU Extension - with offices based in all 77 counties, our educators provide experiences where young people learn by doing. For more information, visit: https://4h.okstate.edu/
There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit: 1) a 1-2 page cover letter summarizing their experience and expertise related to the position's goals and required qualifications, 2) resume, and 3) contact information for three references
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required: Master's in education, youth development, leadership or related field with at least one degree in education, youth development, leadership or related field
Five (5) or more years of successful professional work experience
Proven leadership and program development experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate effectively with county and state staff and lay leaders.
Demonstrated organizational development and management skills; knowledge of and the ability to utilize electronic communications and computer technology skills for communication and program management.
Willingness to work within a flexible time frame, which may include evenings and weekends, and travel throughout the district, state, and occasionally out of state.
Valid driver's license. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
