County Extension Agent 4-H

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff - ExtensionNo

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus with faculty based on University campuses at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Department:

CEA * Staff Chair * Pulaski County of Job Duties:The 4-H Youth Development Agent works with volunteers public schools and other organizations to deliver research-based hands-on learning experiences that foster positive and healthy youth development. The agent works with subject matter specialists to develop educational activities and recruits and trains volunteer leaders to work with youth in clubs and project groups. The agent works closely with a broad audience base and volunteers to conduct educational programs for youth.

Job Responsibilities:

Maintains a thorough knowledge of the social economic and political characteristics of the county and will be an effective liaison with local community leaders agencies and governments. Maintains an up-to-date and working knowledge of Arkansas Extension programs.
Collaborates with the County Extension Council or advisory committee and provides leadership to the 4-H Subcommittee in identifying the educational needs of clients. Partners with the county activity committee to plan and implement events. Develop educational materials to support workshops and trainings.
Promotes the 4-H program through community activities news articles and other outreach methods. Develop marketing tools to support county-based programs. Keeps members and volunteers informed of upcoming activities and opportunities through newsletters emails and social media.
Recruits and advises adult leaders and volunteers. Conducts leader trainings and assists leaders with club organization and maintenance.
Engages youth in project work and life skill development through hands-on activities. Prepares and supports youth for demonstrations speeches camps competitions and leadership roles at the county district state levels and potentially nationally. Provides training and guidance for 4-H clubs and judging teams including competition preparation. Offers ongoing mentoring to strengthen leadership and communication skills of youth and volunteers. Provides supervision and support for youth during 4-H programs and events with the expectation of participating in district and state O-Ramas that will involve travel and overnight stays.
Employs effective evaluation techniques to measure the impact of county 4-H programs. Compiles and communicates program results to the county advisory committee Extension Council stakeholders and local government officials on an annual basis.
Leverages Extension specialists and research-based information to design implement and teach educational programs in all 4-H program areas. Responds to clientele inquiries through phone consultations e-mails in-person office and site visits providing tailored researched based recommendations as required.
Ensures compliance with civil rights requirements and maintains current knowledge of applicable rules and regulations. Ensures all programs are accessible to the public and maintains accurate records to demonstrate compliance.
Maintains a working knowledge of researched based youth education practices and programs by attending in-service trainings offered through Arkansas Extension professional development associations and other opportunities deemed appropriate by their supervisor and/or district director.
Supports the county agriculture or family and consumer science programs and related activities including educational programming demonstrations and fundraising efforts. Contributes to program delivery at the county district and state levels.
Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture policies and procedures ensuring alignment with institutional standards in all professional activities.
Performs additional responsibilities as assigned by the immediate supervisor or district director.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in agriculture family & consumer sciences youth development or related area of study is required. Degree must be conferred by the date of hire. Must have transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect. Must agree to a background check authorizing release of relevant Arkansas Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry records.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Knowledge in one or more agriculture or family & consumer sciences subject matter areas appropriate to the county assigned. Ability to speak and write clearly and communicate ideas effectively. Ability to plan and conduct programs and work with all clientele regardless of race color national origin religion gender age disability marital or veteran status genetic information sexual preference pregnancy or any other legally protected status. Ability to work long and irregular hours and travel frequently.

Additional Information:

Applicants for this position are required to upload a Resume Cover letter Official or Unofficial Transcript and a list of three (3) references including name phone number and email address (if available) prior to submitting the application. Once an application is submitted the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents.

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Commensurate with education and experienceCover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Carla Due District Director

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check Motor Vehicle Reports Check Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Driving Feeling Grasping Standing Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling Lifting Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes