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The Extension Educator develops, delivers, and evaluates educational programs that support the improvement of economic, social and cultural aspects of community; the preservation of natural resources; and dissemination of the latest research findings in one or more of the following fields: agriculture, family living, community resource development, 4-h youth development, natural resource preservation, or other public and societal issues.

• Develop and deliver science-based educational opportunities and information to youth, individuals, businesses, and community groups within an agriculture related field
• Identify, interpret, and disseminate research findings to audiences in order to provide access to innovative, relevant, and proven solutions and information
• Conduct needs assessments; evaluate data to identify educational opportunities
• Design educational programs utilizing a variety of delivery systems such as presentations, workshops, seminars, conferences, meetings, camps, individual contact, mass media, and demonstrations
• Develop and adapt educational material and programs that are culturally sensitive, relevant, and accessible to ensure that information can be understood and applied by both individuals and groups
• Coordinate and manage meetings, events, tours, clinics, workshops, roundups, and/or shows
• Administer external funds received from government, organizations, businesses, and individuals for the support of unit programs; obtain grants; develop revenue enhancement strategies
• Develop, recruit, and manage volunteers to help in delivering high-quality programs and initiatives
• Conduct applied research and author impact articles to advance the outreach mission of extension programs
• Develop partnerships and collaborations with community cooperatives, boards, and organizations
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work tasks. Follows the standard principles and practices. Acts under direct and frequent supervision using established procedures with detailed instructions. Participates as a team member and actively contributes to completion of team goals. Clearly communicates information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– None

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Typically none

Problem Solving:

– Encounters routine problems
– Follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems

Independence of Action:

– Work is closely monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are provided
– Applies standard operating procedures with limited guidelines for deviation

Communication and Collaboration:

– Typically communicates internally within working unit
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing

• Comp Grade – 6
• Minimum – $42,100.00
• MidPoint – $51,600.00
• Maximum – $61,000.00

• Cultural competency
• Customer Service
• Data Analysis
• Event planning
• Presentation Skills
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Training needs analysis