Agent, 4-H Youth Development
Job Description
Position Number:
103530Title:
AgentFunctional Title:
Agent, 4-H Youth DevelopmentCategory Status:
02-Faculty Non-Tenured, On TrackApplicant Search Category:
FacultyUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.000Unit:
AGNR-UME-WicomicoCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
This position is located off-campus at the Wicomico County Extension Office in Salisbury, MD.
Description of Unit:
Description of Unit:
University of Maryland is a land-grant institution with a three-part mission of teaching, research, and outreach. The campus is located in College Park, Maryland. University of Maryland Extension (UME) reaches all parts of Maryland with an office in every county and Baltimore City. Maryland 4-H is the youth development program of the land grant system. This position will be responsible for the Wicomico County 4-H program.
The Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program provides a supportive setting for youth to reach their fullest potential. Children learn beneficial cognitive and life skills through community-focused, research-based, experiential educational programs. High quality science, civic engagement, and healthy living programs are delivered through clubs, afterschool and school programs, camps, fairs and other community partners. Youth development professionals and volunteers support youth thriving through nurturing sparks, promoting high quality experiences, and cultivating positive relationships within communities.
To learn more about the 4-H Youth Development Program, visithttps://extension.umd.edu/programs/4-h-youth-development
Purpose of the Position:
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is seeking an Extension Educator responsible for organizing, developing, implementing and evaluating educational programs for youth, families and communities. The Educator would work with volunteers and youth development agencies to provide experiential learning opportunities for youth, leading to the development of life skills for youth. The educator is also responsible for developing an active, ongoing recruitment campaign to involve new volunteers and youth. As a tenure-track faculty member, the Educator will be responsible for providing leadership to develop focused youth development programs in cooperation with colleagues across the county and Lower Shore Maryland cluster. The faculty member will be on track for tenure and promotion to a higher rank in accordance with University policy and UME tenure guidelines within a timeframe defined. This position reports directly to the Maryland 4-H Program Leader.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Master’s degree is required.
Experience:
- Experience working with diverse youth groups and volunteers.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated teaching and leadership ability.
- Demonstrate successful community partnerships in support of youth.
- Good communication and computer skills.
- Evidence of ability to build UME Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Respect capacity through the Extension program model.
Must be willing to work flexible hours, with some evenings and weekends, and to travel within assigned county, administrative cluster, and state. Personal transportation and valid driver’s license. This position is subject to a Criminal History Record Check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of the Criminal History Record Check.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Preferred education emphasis is in youth or child development, education, life science or related field or a similar degree emphasis in undergraduate work.
- Ph.D. preferred
- Experience in volunteer development, youth development, program management, and grant writing and management.
- Knowledge of the educational program development process and utilization of logic models to work toward meaningful outcomes while addressing youth focused issues.
- Experience with the 4-H youth development program.
- Experience in distance and virtual education strategies.
- Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships and community-based partnerships
- Successful engagement with limited resource and underserved audiences.
Additional Certifications:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement and evaluate a county focused 4-H youth development program in cooperation with colleagues in the programmatic cluster.
- Facilitate research-based methods to increase knowledge, leadership, and life skills in alignment with the UME Strategic Plan and 4-H Program Priorities.
- Coordinate and deliver experiential learning programs for a wide range of disciplines in areas aligning with the 4-H national priorities around science, health and civic engagement.
- Educate youth and adult volunteers on subject matter concepts such as animal science, environmental science, healthy living, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), and leadership.
- Manage and expand the county’s 4-H club and Out of School Time programs and capacity.
- Conduct needs assessments, outreach and marketing to reach diverse audiences with equity and inclusion as foundational elements.
- Provide leadership, coordination and support for the UME adult volunteer management system, including recruitment, onboarding, training, supervision and recognition of youth and adult volunteers.
- Cultivate good working relationships with community collaborators and partners to benefit youth. Promote positive public relations with stakeholders and the community.
- Increase resources through grants, local funding sources, collaborative and other funding proposals to support and expand 4-H youth development programs.
- Supervise full and part time staff dedicated to supporting the 4-H Youth Development Program.
- Coordinate programmatic direction in concert with non-tenured faculty position(s) and staff.
- Perform teaching, scholarship and service requirements of a faculty member of the University of Maryland. This is a tenure track position requiring documented accomplishments in the areas of research, teaching, and service.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with experience: Master’s Base starting at $64,122; Ph.D. Base starting at $76,584. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package which includes tuition remission.
Application Process: All candidates must apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu/. A completed application packet includes a letter of application, a current resume (or Curriculum Vitae uploaded as resume), copies of transcripts (official transcripts will be required if offered the position), and three (3) professional references, including name, mailing address, telephone number, and e-mail address.
Application Process: All candidates must apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu/. A completed application packet includes a letter of application, a current resume (or Curriculum Vitae uploaded as resume), copies of transcripts (official transcripts will be required if offered the position), and three (3) professional references, including name, mailing address, telephone number, and e-mail address.
Posting Date:
09/16/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
10/15/2024Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Nature of the Position: This position frequently presents information through vocal and written communication to individuals of various ages, socio-economic, and educational backgrounds.
- Physical Demands: A routine part of this position’s responsibilities would be to transport materials to and from teaching/event locations, including loading and unloading the vehicle. The employee will frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds. Set-up and tear-down of displays, tables, and chairs would be necessary at many teaching sites.
- Environmental: Team driven, office environment of professional character, competence, and collaboration. Deadline driven in terms of program planning and reporting. This position requires the employee to work outdoors at certain times of the year, especially during the time of annual fair, 4-H residential or day camps and youth recreation activities. This may occur during very hot and/or inclement weather.
- Visual Acuity: Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data and presentations.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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