Extension Coordinator

 

Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:

January 13, 2025

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

 

Available Title(s):

1132-YN_ADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator

 

Business Title:

Extension Coordinator

 

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

 

Position Details:

 

Summary of Duties:

 

This position provides oversight and leadership, including volunteer management, for Extension work in the 4-H Youth Development Program of Mason County. This position is also responsible for community outreach efforts and efforts serving youth outside of the 4-H club system. This oversight includes the development and implementation of programs and activities within the policies and procedures of WSU Extension, and specifically, 4-H programming under the direction of the 4-H Youth Development Faculty and the State 4-H Associate Director.

 

Required Qualifications:

 

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; demonstrated work experience using these programs.

 

• While using a private vehicle for official business, the successful candidate must have current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in RCW 46.30.020 and RCW 46.29.090).

 

• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with https://policies.wsu.edu/prf/index/manuals/safety-policies-procedures-manual/sppm-7-10/#four_3 and departmental driving standards.

 

• Ability to work flexible work hours that include frequent evenings and weekends.

 

• Ability to work year around in a variety of outdoor weather conditions.

 

• Competency in using electronic communication methods and equipment for extension education and daily work activities.

 

• Must successfully pass a background check.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Experience in volunteer management (i.e. recruitment, placement, education and recognition) and volunteerism.

 

• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, 4-H youth development programs. Experience and ability to work as a team member with staff and volunteers.

 

• Strong demonstrated written skills requiring limited editing and supervision in preparing reports, evaluations, press releases, synthesis of a broad range of materials, and effective written conveyance of program information to the public and program participants.

 

• Experience developing curriculum.

 

• Strong demonstrated verbal communication and listening skills: public speaking, effective conveyance of program information to the public, program participants, and decision-makers.

 

• Experience working/collaborating with multiple public agencies, NGOs, and individuals in partnerships.

 

• Experience in leadership, and the ability to work and think independently. Knowledge of, and/or experience with, program assessment and evaluation.

 

• Familiarity with social media.

 

Additional Information:

 

Area/College: WSU Extension

 

Department: 4-H

 

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