Extension Agent, 4-H Youth & Development (Tarrant County)

Agency

Department

The Extension Agent under general supervision implements plans and evaluates educational programs and activities in assigned program areas. Supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities. This position is located in Tarrant County at 200 Taylor Street Ste. 500 Fort Worth TX 76196.

This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.

Responsibilities:

• Implements the planned educational programs and activities in assigned program areas which address critical issues and/or emerging needs in Tarrant County; Supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities; Identifies recruits and trains local volunteer leaders to enable them to effectively perform their duties while serving on committees clubs and/or organizations; Utilizes a variety of teaching methods strategies/techniques activities and materials in conducting educational programs; Complies with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Affirmative Action Plan of Prairie View A&M University in conducting Extension educational programs; Works with and supports Extension-sponsored groups such as 4-H clubs community-based organizations and master volunteer groups toward the achievement of increased participation and strengthening programs.
• Plans with committees task forces groups and organizations to conduct educational programs and activities; Develops comprehensive outcome and output program plans which address base programs critical issues and clientele needs; Plans evaluation strategies for outcome directed programs and significant program activities; Plans regularly with the total staff to coordinate programming efforts; Coordinates and collaborates with other agencies groups and organizations to plan educational programs.
• Maintains appropriate communications with county district and administrative staff at PVAMU to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the county program; Prepares monthly annual and special reports and outcome program summaries to demonstrate results of planning program accomplishments and changes in behavior resulting from the educational programs; Conducts multiple interpretation events for county and state elected officials to report on program accomplishments and outcomes.
• Maintains appropriate communications with county district and administrative staff at PVAMU to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the county program; Prepares monthly annual and special reports and outcome program summaries to demonstrate results of planning program accomplishments and changes in behavior resulting from the educational programs; Conducts multiple interpretation events for county and state elected officials to report on program accomplishments and outcomes.
• Develops a long-range professional improvement plan with the appropriate PVAMU-CEP Regional Program Leader and District Extension Administrator and appropriate input from Regional Program Leaders; Develops annual individual development plan which addresses short-term professional improvement needs and career goals; Participates in formal and informal training opportunities to increase knowledge and skills and maintain technical competencies; Participates in regularly scheduled county staff conferences to coordinate plans activities and joint work to promote staff teamwork and to make the best use of each agents time; Assists in the maintenance of files mailing lists membership rolls of Extension-related organizations and inventories; Conducts annual performance review with each support staff member the agent is assigned to supervise or coordinates with other staff members with joint supervision responsibilities for the review.
• Performs other duties as assigned in a professional manner through coordination and cooperation with other county staff members under the supervision of the Regional Program Leader; Understands job duties and responsibilities of an Extension Agent and accepts the responsibilities associated with the position; Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to get along with customers co-workers and supervisors.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in an applicable field.
• Three (3) or more years of experience.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Technical knowledge in civic engagement youth leadership college preparation STEM and/or healthy living and the ability to apply this knowledge to the solution of problems.
• Knowledge of technology tools and strategies to effectively conduct and market educational programs
• Ability to reside in county have access to a personal vehicle obtain or maintain a valid Texas Drivers License appropriate insurance coverage and travel connected with official duties (including attendance at meetings or events that may take place during the night weekend or out-of-county). Travel allowance is provided.
• Ability to function with minimum supervision and respond positively to policy administration and supervision
• Ability to cope with change.
• Ability to work with and through others is essential

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in applicable field including but not limited to education (extension/agricultural/non-formal) human development (child/youth) and social sciences or services (human/family).
• Demonstrated experience developing life skills in those ages 8 to 18 through 4-H or another youth development organization.
• Demonstrated experience conducting educational outreach through the Cooperative Extension System for youth families and adult volunteers.
• Demonstrated experience in applying recruitment training and management to clubs educational programs and/or volunteers or advisory groups.
• Knowledge of relevant learning and youth development theories & practices.
• Ability to cooperate with others and build collaborations or partnerships across organizations and institutions.
• Ability to conduct educational presentations in English and Spanish.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.