Job no: 593083
Work type: Extension, Support Staff
Pay Grade: 63
Major Administrative Unit / College: Michigan State University
Extension
Department: Extension Children And Youth 10058941
Salary: 40000.00
Location: Kent
Categories: Full Time (90-100%), Extension Program Associate-EXPA,
MSU Extension- EXPA, Advising/Counseling, Agriculture, Education/Training,
Non-Union
Position Summary
As part of the MSU Extension Children & Youth Institute,
with support from the 4-H Staff Development & Supervising Educator,
District Coordinator and Institute Director, provides leadership and oversight
for growth and management of local 4-H programs, volunteers and youth
participants; recruits, selects and trains 4-H program volunteers; oversees
program/project promotion, expansion and evaluation activities; conducts direct
programming with youth and adult audiences, gathers and analyzes data for
impact evaluation efforts; and, works in conjunction with other staff, program
participants and community partners to attain both short-term and long-term
goals and objectives. Work to build new relationships with a variety of
community groups in the county, with a particular focus on youth in Ann Arbor
and Ypsilanti, to create programs in traditional and non-traditional settings
such as community centers, schools and short-term special interest groups.
Works in concert with the MSU Extension Children and Youth Institute and work
teams to ensure alignment of programs with overall goals of work team,
Institute and organization.
Characteristic Duties/Responsibilities
- Provide
leadership for county-based 4-H Youth programs through 4-H clubs, after
school programs, short term/special interest programs, planned youth
mentoring, and/or school enrichment efforts.
- Conduct
needs assessments in conjunction with local stakeholders to ensure
programming meets interests and needs of participants.
- Leadership
of local volunteer management; ensure on an annual basis metrics are
achieved to identify, recruit, select, train and assist volunteers to
teach and advise youth in various programs and activities.
- Ensure
that MSU Extension Volunteer Selection Process procedures are followed in
concert with the addition of any volunteers engaged in programming.
- Engage
local 4-H volunteers to reach and involve the youth and families with
non-formal “learning by doing” experiences. Be able to involve youth
and adults from diverse backgrounds.
- Plan,
organize, implement and evaluate youth development programs that are
relevant to the needs of county residents. Use program development
committees and advisory committees to identify needs and opportunities and
carry out programming.
- Operate
independently, ensuring that program delivery follows established
guidelines and meets the goals set for reaching the desired number of
youth locally and statewide.
- Attend
and act in an advisory capacity at 4-H Leaders’ Council and other program
committee meetings, leading volunteers and members in coordination of
countywide projects and ensuring that all MSUE and 4-H policies are
followed.
- Create,
promote and represent MSU Extension in activities, meetings, etc. in a
manner that reflects collegial connection with the community, the research
and knowledge of the University, and the goodwill of MSU Extension.
- Lead
and advise local 4-H groups in securing and managing funds to support 4-H
youth work. Conduct regular, appropriate financial management
training to 4-H councils, committees, clubs, etc.
- Provide
information and opportunities for learning through the use of technology,
mass media, group meetings, workshops and individual contacts.
- Provide
local leadership in strengthening public understanding that 4-H is for all
youth.
- Work
collaboratively with District Coordinator, Extension Educators and other
stakeholders to identify, implement and disseminate the organizations
educational priorities across the state and within communities.
- Ensure
that diverse audiences are reached through traditional and newly developed
programs.
- Communicate
information about newly implemented and existing 4-H programs and
activities (progress, objectives, target dates, problems addressed, etc.)
to District Coordinator and Institute leadership, as appropriate and
requested.
- Prepare
and submit county 4-H youth development program plan, annual report
(ES-237) and other necessary reports, as appropriate, with other
professional and support staff, adhering to format and due date
procedures.
- Actively
participate in a variety of professional development opportunities to
attain and retain program knowledge and delivery skills.
- Prepare
and submit necessary information and documentation to ensure adherence to
MSU Extension administrative policies, procedures and deadlines.
- Provide
leadership when addressing local risk management issues in the areas of
child safety, financial management, volunteer management and programming.
Notifies and works with District Coordinator and MSUE leadership in
developing and implementing strategies for addressing issues, in alignment
with MSU policies and procedures.
- Leadership,
management and oversight of all county-based financial resources related
to 4-H programs.
- Understand
the commitment to equal access and opportunity and to diversity and
inclusivity.
- Understand
and implement Civil Rights policies and compliance regarding the
availability of 4-H Youth programs and activities.
- Initiate
efforts to expand Extension programs to the unreached, including limited
resource families, youth, minorities and the disabled.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
- Bachelor’s
degree or combination of education and specific, relevant work experience
may be considered in lieu of degree.
- 2-years’
experience in program development and management in 4-H or other youth
development program.
- Volunteer
management and experience supervising volunteers or of others.
- Non-formal
education teaching experience.
- Proficient
computer operation skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Effective
oral and written communication skills.
- Ability
to lift and carry educational materials, equipment, etc. up to 25 lbs.
- Ability
to travel in local and surrounding communities and occasional long
distance travel are required as a regular part of this position.
- Transportation
is the responsibility of the employee.
- Demonstrated
success in program development and delivery to diverse
audiences/communities, including but not limited to race, gender,
socioeconomic class, disabilities and other differences.
- Proven
ability in establishing and working with a diverse network of constituents
and community members across race, gender, socioeconomic class,
disabilities and other differences to assist with program development and
outreach.
- Understanding
of and ability to implement Civil Rights principles and compliance
standards.
- Other
skills and/or physical abilities required to perform duties of the
position.
Required Application Materials
- Current
resume/CV.
- Cover
letter.
- Four
(4) professional references with 2 being prior supervisors.
Work Hours
Generally Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm with some nights and weekends
needed.
Advertised: Jul 10, 2019 Eastern Daylight
Time
Applications close: Jul 23, 2019 Eastern Daylight Time
