Extension Program Specialist

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Extension Program Specialist
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Job Description:	Program Leadership and Management: The incumbents primary responsibility will be the oversight design and implementation of all aspects of UFs Fishing for Success youth education program. This includes planning developing and refining curriculum content and teaching techniques to enhance program effectiveness and relevance. The incumbent will review evaluate and adjust current protocols and practices to align with UF/IFAS Extension goals and community needs. Duties include: Planning marketing scheduling and conducting 100-120 on-site (UF Millhopper facility) and off-site (statewide) educational programs plus 9 weekend Family Fishing Days. Teaching the program curriculum to youth and families integrating biological concepts related to freshwater fish invertebrates and aquatic plants. Identifying needed initiatives and creating new outreach and education opportunities. Developing and implementing program evaluations compiling and analyzing results to assess impact and guide improvement. Fostering partnerships with community organizations advisory groups and other stakeholders to enhance program reach and effectiveness. Compiling and writing reports summarizing program activities outcomes and recommendations. Research Support: Assist faculty and students with research related to fish aquatic invertebrates aquatic plants and water quality. Responsibilities include: Conducting literature searches assisting with study design and supporting field and laboratory work. Performing data analysis report preparation and presentation of findings. Operating boats electrofishing gear nets and water sampling equipment in field settings. Extension and Outreach Support: Provide technical assistance and educational support to UF/IFAS Extension faculty and the public on fish invertebrates aquatic plans and water quality. Assist Extension Specialists in planning organizing and delivering workshops community training and in-service programs for county faculty. Identify opportunities for collaboration with other Extension programs agencies and community partners. Develop educational materials to support statewide aquatic education initiatives Teaching Support: Assist in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to fisheries aquaculture and aquatic sciences. Duties include: teaching field and laboratory techniques for sampling and identification of aquatic organisms and water chemistry. Mentoring students in the design implementation and presentation of course projects. Facility and Equipment Maintenance: Assist with the care and maintenance of Millhopper ponds fish tanks and live aquatic invertebrate collections. Duties also include: Maintaining and repairing equipment. Coordinating purchasing record-keeping and vehicle logs. Assisting with safety inspections and compliance for labs and field operations. Administration and Reporting: Support program administration through: Developing reports summaries and presentations for internal and external audiences. Tracking program expenditures and assisting with budgeting. Representing the FFS program within UF/IFAS and community networks.
Expected Salary:	Commensurate with experience and education
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Preferred:	Ability to accurately identify common freshwater fish plants and invertebrates. Knowledge of basic water chemistry and aquatic ecology. Experience in formal or informal youth education outreach or community engagement.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No

Required Experience:

Classification Title:Extension Program SpecialistClassification Minimum Requirements:Bachelors degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.Job Description:Program Leadership and Management: The incumbents primary responsibility will be the oversig...

Classification Title:	Extension Program Specialist
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Job Description:	Program Leadership and Management: The incumbents primary responsibility will be the oversight design and implementation of all aspects of UFs Fishing for Success youth education program. This includes planning developing and refining curriculum content and teaching techniques to enhance program effectiveness and relevance. The incumbent will review evaluate and adjust current protocols and practices to align with UF/IFAS Extension goals and community needs. Duties include: Planning marketing scheduling and conducting 100-120 on-site (UF Millhopper facility) and off-site (statewide) educational programs plus 9 weekend Family Fishing Days. Teaching the program curriculum to youth and families integrating biological concepts related to freshwater fish invertebrates and aquatic plants. Identifying needed initiatives and creating new outreach and education opportunities. Developing and implementing program evaluations compiling and analyzing results to assess impact and guide improvement. Fostering partnerships with community organizations advisory groups and other stakeholders to enhance program reach and effectiveness. Compiling and writing reports summarizing program activities outcomes and recommendations. Research Support: Assist faculty and students with research related to fish aquatic invertebrates aquatic plants and water quality. Responsibilities include: Conducting literature searches assisting with study design and supporting field and laboratory work. Performing data analysis report preparation and presentation of findings. Operating boats electrofishing gear nets and water sampling equipment in field settings. Extension and Outreach Support: Provide technical assistance and educational support to UF/IFAS Extension faculty and the public on fish invertebrates aquatic plans and water quality. Assist Extension Specialists in planning organizing and delivering workshops community training and in-service programs for county faculty. Identify opportunities for collaboration with other Extension programs agencies and community partners. Develop educational materials to support statewide aquatic education initiatives Teaching Support: Assist in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to fisheries aquaculture and aquatic sciences. Duties include: teaching field and laboratory techniques for sampling and identification of aquatic organisms and water chemistry. Mentoring students in the design implementation and presentation of course projects. Facility and Equipment Maintenance: Assist with the care and maintenance of Millhopper ponds fish tanks and live aquatic invertebrate collections. Duties also include: Maintaining and repairing equipment. Coordinating purchasing record-keeping and vehicle logs. Assisting with safety inspections and compliance for labs and field operations. Administration and Reporting: Support program administration through: Developing reports summaries and presentations for internal and external audiences. Tracking program expenditures and assisting with budgeting. Representing the FFS program within UF/IFAS and community networks.
Expected Salary:	Commensurate with experience and education
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Preferred:	Ability to accurately identify common freshwater fish plants and invertebrates. Knowledge of basic water chemistry and aquatic ecology. Experience in formal or informal youth education outreach or community engagement.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No