17-24 Extension County Director, 4-H Youth Development, Natural Resources, Community Development, Teller County

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: 4 days ago
Location: Divide, COLORADO
Deadline: 21 Apr 2024

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Working Title 17-24 Extension County Director, 4-H Youth Development, Natural Resources, Community Development, Teller County
Position Location Divide, Colorado
Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Posting Number 202400071F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $67,400-$109,000 (commensurate on academic credentials and professional experience)
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Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work Unit
The Office of Engagement and Extension (OEE), in cooperation with the Colorado State University (CSU) colleges and other units, has general charge over the University’s educational programs and services across the areas of engaged scholarship, extension, and extended campuses, which complement and reinforce the research, teaching, and service missions of CSU. OEE is collaborative space for faculty, staff, and students pursuing and promoting community-based research, service-learning, industry partnerships, and other forms of the scholarship of engagement. In partnership with the CSU colleges and other divisions, OEE faculty and staff work throughout the state of Colorado to engage individuals and communities in the design, implementation, and application of scholarship and educational opportunities. The OEE Vice President is the principal administrative, academic, and fiscal officer for the division, reports to the CSU President, and works closely with the Provost/Executive Vice President. OEE includes over 400 employees and operates with a total budget across the enterprises of approximately $85 million. OEE is one of the most institutionally comprehensive commitments to engagement and outreach among all land-grant and other universities. Propelled by OEE’s leadership, nationally CSU is a Carnegie Engaged University (2008, 2014), is a member of the Engagement Scholarship Consortium, is an APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity University (2016) and is highly ranked for its online degree programs. CSU was established in 1870 and remains inspired by its land-grant heritage and world-class faculty, staff, and students. CSU enrolls approximately 33,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, and is the largest employer in northern Colorado with more than 7,400 faculty and staff. Colorado State University is located 60 miles north of Denver in the beautiful city of Fort Collins.
CSU Extension, organized under OEE, is the academic unit designated to promote the land-grant mission of increasing access to education through the application of university knowledge “in the several pursuits and professions in life” for the people and communities of Colorado, across the United States, and around the world. In partnership with CSU’s colleges and external partners, CSU Extension amplifies the research, teaching, service, engagement, and extension missions of CSU. CSU Extension faculty aim to educate, create, and connect with learners through inclusive, transdisciplinary, and activated engaged scholarship, and innovative, accessible, and connected lifelong education. To learn more about CSU Extension, visit www.extension.colostate.edu .
Teller County has a population of approximately 23,000 with Woodland Park being its largest city with a population of approximately 7,500. Woodland Park’s elevation is 8,465 and is located on the northern part of the county, just 15 miles west of Colorado Springs, and has more of an urban feel, while the southern part of the county has a large percentage of agriculture endeavors. The average precipitation for the county is around 15 inches with most of that coming as rain during the late June through early August afternoon monsoons. There are approximately 300 days of sunshine on an average year. Woodland Park offers a variety of businesses as well as numerous recreational opportunities including Pikes Peak, hiking, snowmobiling, mountain biking, camping and others. In a recent community needs assessment, forest wildfire treatments/mitigation, healthy aging, choosing sustainable landscapes, gardening/growing food and 4-H Youth Development were key topic areas identified by Teller County residents.
Woodland Park School District has three elementary schools (preK-5), one middle school (6-8) and one high school with a robust home school program in the area. There are numerous community college, universities, and colleges within a half hour of Woodland Park. Pikes Peak Regional Hospital is just outside Woodland Park and there is access to any health need, including Veterans, in Colorado Springs. To learn more about Colorado State University Extension go to http://extension.colostate.edu/. To learn more about Teller County go to http://teller.colostate.edu/ and to learn about the town of Woodland Park go to http://city-woodlandpark.org/.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement. Colorado State University encourages professional development and provides an Employee Study Privilege with up to nine credit hours of tuition assistance annually.
Tenure/Tenure Track? No
% Research 20%
% Teaching 50%
% Service 20%
% Administration 10%
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 04/21/2024
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
OEE invites applications and nominations for a Teller County Extension Director (4-H Youth/Natural Resources/Community Development). This is a full-time, twelve (12) month, non-tenure track Extension faculty position. Faculty rank is dependent upon the candidate’s academic credentials and professional experience and is subject to review by the Extension Promotion Committee. The faculty appointment, evaluation, and promotion standards are centered around the three core duties of extension faculty – educate, create, and connect . Candidates are sought with interests that complement and expand upon current initiatives and education activities in OEE and CSU Extension. Provide leadership and organization in the development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of educational programs in 4-H Youth Development, small acreage management, horticulture and community and economic development, focusing on Teller County but assisting other counties as appropriate. CSU Extension faculty throughout the state work as a team and share expertise.
The individual in this position works as the leader of the local county extension team and as a local representative of Colorado State University. This individual works under the guidance and supervision of Mountain Region Extension Director.
The primary office location for this position is in Divide, Colorado with the office moving to Cripple Creek, Colorado following a planned construction project. Anticipated opening of the new extension office in late 2025 or early 2026. While this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, the individual in this position is expected to maintain a balance establishing a presence in the primary office, to effectively carry out the duties of the position. The work schedule will vary, and occasional nights and weekend work will be necessary.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel
Required Job Qualifications
  • Completed master’s degree. Conferred degree may be in a variety of disciplines, including business, community development, Extension education, youth development, agricultural sciences, social sciences, family and consumer sciences, public health or related degree that can significantly contribute to administrative and/or program responsibilities.
  • Two years professional experience relevant to the Essential Job Duties (below) of this position.
  • Course work and/or professional experience must provide a broad and significant understanding of youth development, natural resources, or community development skills associated with position.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Extension will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Professional experience or education in one or more of these areas: youth development, education, STEM, livestock, range, home and production horticulture, natural resources, agronomy, soils, irrigation, plant insects/pathology.
  • Experience or coursework in audience-needs identification, program development, experiential learning and program evaluation.
  • Knowledge of and/or experience in Extension 4-H Youth Development.
  • Experience in developing and managing financial support for educational programs.
  • Experience or coursework in facilitation or conflict management and evidence of problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability and evidence of drive and initiative.
  • Ability to recruit, train, and manage volunteers and advisory groups.
  • Ability to speak Spanish.
  • Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse audiences; this may include persistent effort, intentional programming, community engagement.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, all materials must be RECEIVED no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Please submit the following to apply:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Special Required Documentation – Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable “Required” and “Preferred” Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately.


All applicants will be contacted approximately 15 working days after the deadline regarding their status. Next steps and interview dates will be shared to those moving forward. Four professional references will be requested of applicants that advance in the interview process.
For questions regarding the application process, contact the Talent Acquisition office at [email protected] . For questions regarding the job vacancy, responsibilities, and salary, please contact Kurt Jones at [email protected].
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
Personal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, service to the profession and/or diversity/inclusion activities.
Search Contact Kurt Jones at [email protected]

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Educate
Duty/Responsibility
  • Develop and conduct educational programming in response to local needs.
  • Work collaboratively with local government and organizational partners to develop, implement, evaluate and report impacts of non-credit educational programming for adult and youth audiences.
  • Develop an effective, educational, results-oriented program that supports Natural Resource management (including home horticulture) in Teller County. Additional needs identified in a recent needs assessment include Drought Impact and Planning for Ag, Gardening/Growing Food, Developing Youth Life Skills, and Physical Activity and Health.
  • Actively participate in one or more Extension work teams to provide expertise for program and information development, delivery, and evaluation efforts statewide.
  • Provide program and information delivery to support colleagues in area(s) of specified expertise as appropriate.
  • As part of the Teller Extension team, continue to develop and enhance an effective, educational, results-oriented 4-H Youth Development Program that supports the growth and development of life skills among both youth and adult audiences in a rural environment.
Percentage Of Time 50%
Job Duty Category Create
Duty/Responsibility
  • Develop and provide programming for diverse audiences and assure compliance with civil rights and affirmative action policies, including reaching out to underserved and underrepresented audiences.
  • Engage and collaborate with community-based organizations and diverse constituents (representative of the county’s racial, ethnic and gender demographics) to understand community needs and develop support for existing and new program efforts.
  • Employ effective technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs.
  • Identify resources (grants, contracts, in-kind contributions, cost recovery fees, etc.) to enhance programs, support programming efforts and practice cost recovery.
  • Manage program funds in compliance with CSU and county fiscal policies and reporting requirements.
Percentage Of Time 20%
Job Duty Category Connect
Duty/Responsibility
  • Communicate and coordinate resources, research, and programming with faculty/staff at CSU, county, and other organizations.
  • Develop and support strong equitable working relationships with Extension staff, CSU faculty, local/county agencies, community leaders and private industry organizations to address priority needs.
  • Develop relationships and work with advisory groups and local leaders; cooperate with Extension Specialists in other counties to assess informal education needs in the area, develop/revise plans of work, implement educational strategies, and measure and report programmatic impacts.
  • Maintain a strong working relationship with the Board of County Commissioners, including responding to requests for consultation, research, and other assistance.
  • Provide conflict resolution, mediation and/or facilitate public dialogues.
  • Engage with public officials in policy decision influence.
  • Travel to and participate in meetings, professional development, events and periodic activities requiring travel and/or overnight stays.
  • Identify and build collaborations with other agencies and groups (public and private) to support them in addressing their priority needs.
Percentage Of Time 20%
Job Duty Category Administration
Duty/Responsibility
  • Provide leadership and serve as a local Extension spokesperson and administrative liaison for the unit.
  • Manage the personnel, financial (budget & cost recovery), and space resources of the unit in an effective and efficient manner.
  • Positively and effectively communicate to faculty, staff, students, prospective students, and stakeholders, the policies, perspectives and goals of Extension and the university.
  • Foster morale and cooperation across the programs, faculty, and staff affiliated with the unit.
  • Work cooperatively with the Extension administration to recruit, promote, and retain faculty and staff of the highest caliber for the unit.
  • Supervise, evaluate, and recognize the work performance of assigned faculty and staff on a regular basis and create and support an inclusive office environment.
  • Devise innovative methods for securing the resources necessary to strengthen the operations in the unit including providing leadership for identifying and soliciting private and foundation gifts, external grants, and county resources.
  • Consult and involve Extension administration, faculty, staff, and county commissioners in major decisions.
  • Be a problem-solver and resolve issues by using practical judgment and experience.
  • Implement adaptive and effective planning processes, facilitate continuous improvement processes for your county/area/region, as well as efficient delivery of products and services.
  • Contribute to the creation of policies and programs that move CSU Extension and the university forward in a positive, constructive manner.
  • Develop working relationships with both County and CSU staff and leadership, peers, staff, other departments, organizations and agencies, and the public that are effective, inspire loyalty, excellence and integrity.
Percentage Of Time 10%