The 4-H Program Educator serves as a member of the 4-H Youth Development team to deliver educational youth programming and assists the 4-H Supervisor with the planning, reporting, and evaluation of Chenango County 4-H Youth Development programs. This position interacts with the public through the delivery of approved New York State 4-H educational programs and activities locally, regionally, and statewide. Subject areas assigned include STEM, Agriculture and Food Systems, Healthy Living, and Civic Engagement, strongly emphasizing hands-on activities and positive youth development. Required Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree plus two years of transferrable program/functional experience. + Experience relevant to the role of the position + Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse audiences + Demonstrated ability to plan, teach, and evaluate informal educational programs through a variety of delivery methods to reach individuals and groups, + Ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual means. + Demonstrated ability to work with volunteers and staff as a team member. + Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position. + Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. + Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel. + Ability to work in a typical office environment which may include lifting, moving, and/or transporting office supplies, work related materials, and equipment with or without accommodation. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Preferred Qualifications: + 4-H or other related youth development experience. + Outdoor Adventure and natural resource education experience. + Experience teaching STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) programming. + Demonstrated ability to use computer technologies for educational and communication purposes. + Knowledge and experience in a non-formal education system such as Cooperative Extension. Position Responsibilities and Essential Functions Program Delivery – 70% + Utilize established program materials and resources in program work. + Implement existing 4-H programming to include, but not limited to: After-school programs, Agriculture in the Classroom, STEM, Outdoor Adventure Education, shooting sports, Chenango County Fair, community events, and other regional/state 4-H events. + Teach existing educational programs as defined utilizing a variety of proven educational methodologies. + Work to foster acceptance of 4-H Program methods and policies while addressing community and individual needs and considering diverse audiences. + Apply existing subject matter knowledge to create lesson plans to deliver educational programs. + Serve as a subject matter resource in discipline to staff and participants, community organizations, and the general public. + Represent CCE before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell, or other land grant universities as part of program delivery. + May be involved in multi-disciplinary efforts within the Association or regionally to deliver programming. + May assist in ensuring that program delivery is within the scope of the statewide Plan of Work. Program Evaluation – 10% + Implement program evaluation as designed. + Interact with program participants to obtain their evaluation of programs. + Assist supervisor in the process of analyzing program data, and based on that analysis, assist in making recommendations for improvements in program offerings. + Communicate evaluation findings to constituents as appropriate. Administrative Direction – 5% + Assist in the planning of major 4-H programs and events. + Provide input in planning the structure of delivering educational programs via various methods. + Provide input to planning unit budget based on program feasibility needs and assist in identifying opportunities for 4-H fund development activities. + Assist the supervisor in initiating effective professional relationships with other agencies, organizations, and businesses that promote effective communication to facilitate continued programming efforts. Administrative Management – 5% + Solve problems and resolve conflicts that arise within the 4-H Youth Development Program utilizing appropriate policies and procedures. + Assist supervisor with volunteer management. + Implement the existing volunteer enrollment and selection process. Administrative Coordination/Operation – 5% + Organize and coordinate activities related to 4-H Club and afterschool programming. + Coordinate, compile, and organize existing program resources and program materials + Assist in utilizing effective marketing strategies in the promotion of programming efforts. + Interact effectively with program participants and volunteers to provide programming and support. + Maintain effective professional relationships with other agencies, organizations, and businesses that promote effective communication to facilitate continued programming efforts. + Provide moderately complex administrative tasks to support the delivery of established educational program goals. + Provide information as requested to assist with preparation of reports, impact statements, and success stories on program progress and accomplishments for funders, advisory committees, the Board, and others as necessary. Professional Improvement – 5% + In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities. + Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required. + Pursue personal growth through expanding personal knowledge of the total organization and through updating techniques and technical skills relating to the position. + Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and other duties as assigned. + Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality. Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions + Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment. + Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard. + Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified. EEO/EPO and Policy – Applied to all duties and functions + Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers and the public. + Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences. + Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Chenango County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success. + Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner. + Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to the public, community leaders, colleagues, volunteers, members of Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials and the general public in a professional manner. + Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner. + At all times act in a professional Customer Service manner including but not limited to business-like demeanor, tactful communications, cooperative, helpful, positive, and receptive manner. Position Details This is a full-time (37.5 hrs/week) , benefits eligible, non-exempt position. Compensation paid at $22.25 per hour. Excellent benefits based on eligibility include: + Paid Time Off: 10 vacation days annually, 12 sick days annually, 3 personal days annually + NYS Health Insurance Program (including FREE Dental Insurance) + NYS Retirement + Long-Term Disability Insurance + Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity Plan + Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance + Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance + Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance + Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance + Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance + Voluntary Pet Insurance + Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program Please be sure to read the Notice to Applicants found on the Jobs with CCE page: https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs How To Apply: Applicants (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) must apply online through the APPLY button in this job posting. Current employees of Cornell Cooperative Extension Chenango County are considered internal applicants and must apply online through their Workday account which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/ . For details on how to apply, visit: https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs/apply Please submit resume, cover letter and references . Consider indicating in your application all information you feel would be helpful for selection committee members to know. Once the application is submitted you will NOT be able to change your submission or add attachments. Be sure that you have followed all directions and requirements listed in the job posting. No relocation or VISA sponsorship available. Please contact Kristi Gorrell, kg499@cornell.edu with questions. https://ccechenango.org Job Title: Association Subject Educator I Level: 004 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Company: Contract College Contact Name: Lori North Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply. Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement (https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs) . 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