Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number: | 103530 |
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Title: | Agent |
Functional Title: | Agent, 4-H Youth Development |
Category Status: | 02-Faculty Non-Tenured, On Track |
Applicant Search Category: | Faculty |
University Authorized FTE: | 1.000 |
Unit: | AGNR-UME-Wicomico |
Campus/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 you from employment. |
Position Summary/Purpose of Position: | This position is located off-campus at the Wicomico County Extension Office in Salisbury, MD. 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. Responsibilities:
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Benefits Summary | Top Benefits and Perks: Faculty Benefits Summary |
Minimum Qualifications: | Education:
Experience:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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:
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Additional Certifications: | Valid driver’s license. |
Additional Information: | 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 Salary & Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with experience: Master’s Base starting at $62,255 and Ph.D. Base starting at $74,354. 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. |
Posting Date: | 02/14/2024 |
Closing Date: | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Best Consideration Date | 03/15/2024 |
Physical 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.
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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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