Okanogan County 4-H and Master Gardener Program Extension Coordinator

Title:

1132-YN - Extension Coordinator

Business Title:

Okanogan County 4-H and Master Gardener Program Extension Coordinator

Location:

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Job Family:

Administrative Professional - OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor’s Proclamation 21-14.1, as a condition of employment, all WSU employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation no later than October 18, 2021. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation for new employees will be verified no later than October 18, 2021. If the effective date of appointment is October 18, 2021 or later vaccine or approved accommodation status will be verified prior to first day of employment. Please reach out to Human Resource Services (HRS) at [email protected] or 509-335-4521 if you have questions regarding this.
 

Summary of Duties:

This position provides oversight, leadership, recruitment and volunteer management for Extension work in the 4-H Youth Development Program of Okanogan County. This position is also responsible for outreach and education efforts serving  4-H youth and volunteers. This 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 Regional Specialist and the State 4-H Program Leader. 
This position also provides oversight, leadership, recruitment and volunteer management for the WSU Extension Master Gardener (MG) Program in Okanogan County. This includes the development and implementation of programs and activities within the policies and procedures of WSU Extension, and specifically, the Master Gardener Program under the direction of the State WSU Master Gardner Program Leader.

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.

Additional Requirements:

• Relevant disciplines include but are not limited to social sciences, education, horticulture, human development and administration. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of programs 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) and possess a valid driver’s license. 

• Must successfully pass the WSU background screening process and the 4-H Youth Development/Child Protection screening process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers. 

• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, 4-H youth development programs and/or Master Gardener programs.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting. 

• Ability to act with professional discretion when resolving programmatic conflicts. 

• Strong demonstrated written skills 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. 

• Strong demonstrated verbal communication and listening skills for public speaking and 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. 

• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, program assessment and evaluation. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced and creative environment. 

• Demonstrated ability to relate to and collaborate with a wide range of people from varied social and economic levels, ages, races, ethnic backgrounds as well as in rural, suburban, and urban settings. 

• First Aid and CPR certified (or ability to get certified). 

• Language and cultural competency in Spanish.

Additional Information:

Area/College: WSU Extension
Department Name: 4-H
City, State, Zip: Okanogan, WA, 98840
Department Link:https://extension.wsu.edu/okanogan/
Monthly Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
FTE: 100%
Permanent/Temporary/Project: Temporary
Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end on 10/30/22. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by 10/17/21 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.
Applicant Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application  
Required Documents: Resume and Cover Letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .

Title:

1132-YN - Extension Coordinator

Business Title:

Okanogan County 4-H and Master Gardener Program Extension Coordinator

Location:

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Job Family:

Administrative Professional - OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor’s Proclamation 21-14.1, as a condition of employment, all WSU employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation no later than October 18, 2021. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation for new employees will be verified no later than October 18, 2021. If the effective date of appointment is October 18, 2021 or later vaccine or approved accommodation status will be verified prior to first day of employment. Please reach out to Human Resource Services (HRS) at [email protected] or 509-335-4521 if you have questions regarding this.
 

Summary of Duties:

This position provides oversight, leadership, recruitment and volunteer management for Extension work in the 4-H Youth Development Program of Okanogan County. This position is also responsible for outreach and education efforts serving  4-H youth and volunteers. This 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 Regional Specialist and the State 4-H Program Leader. 
This position also provides oversight, leadership, recruitment and volunteer management for the WSU Extension Master Gardener (MG) Program in Okanogan County. This includes the development and implementation of programs and activities within the policies and procedures of WSU Extension, and specifically, the Master Gardener Program under the direction of the State WSU Master Gardner Program Leader.

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.

Additional Requirements:

• Relevant disciplines include but are not limited to social sciences, education, horticulture, human development and administration. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of programs 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) and possess a valid driver’s license. 

• Must successfully pass the WSU background screening process and the 4-H Youth Development/Child Protection screening process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers. 

• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, 4-H youth development programs and/or Master Gardener programs.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting. 

• Ability to act with professional discretion when resolving programmatic conflicts. 

• Strong demonstrated written skills 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. 

• Strong demonstrated verbal communication and listening skills for public speaking and 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. 

• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, program assessment and evaluation. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced and creative environment. 

• Demonstrated ability to relate to and collaborate with a wide range of people from varied social and economic levels, ages, races, ethnic backgrounds as well as in rural, suburban, and urban settings. 

• First Aid and CPR certified (or ability to get certified). 

• Language and cultural competency in Spanish.

Additional Information:

Area/College: WSU Extension
Department Name: 4-H
City, State, Zip: Okanogan, WA, 98840
Department Link:https://extension.wsu.edu/okanogan/
Monthly Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
FTE: 100%
Permanent/Temporary/Project: Temporary
Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end on 10/30/22. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by 10/17/21 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.
Applicant Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application  
Required Documents: Resume and Cover Letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .