CCE of Albany County Community Specialist – Voorheesville, NY

Location: City of Albany

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* Bachelor’s degree. An Associate’s degree plus 2 years related experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
* Experience relevant to the role of the position.
* Ability to meet the frequent travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver’s license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
* Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
* Ability to effectively coordinate and deliver assigned programs and meet program goals and data reporting requirements.
* Technology Skills - Microsoft Office suite, internet, and program related software.
* Communication Skills - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
* Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works in a typical office environment and regularly works in community-based settings. In addition, the position regularly lifts, moves, or transports program related materials and equipment.
* Knowledge of community resources that support low-income communities and energy assistance programs, particularly the HEAP program.
* Experience working with low-income or marginalized communities.
* Teach existing programs as assigned.
* Extend educational resources and help participants make connections (including referrals) to other Extension programs and community resources.
* Assist with other programs as assigned.
* Serve as subject matter resource; provide standard responses.
* Foster acceptance of the program, methods, and policies.
* Interact with program participants.
* Represent CCE before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell or others.
* Occasionally apply established subject matter knowledge to create lesson plans.
* May assist in delivering innovative educational programs.
* May assist in multidisciplinary or multi-association team efforts to deliver programs.
* Assist in evaluating the program and making recommendations for improvements.
* 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.
* Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.
* Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Albany 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.
* Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay)
* NYS Health Insurance Program
* NYSHIP Dental Insurance
* NYS Retirement (NYSERS)
* Long-Term Disability Insurance
* Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
* Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts
* Voluntary Term Life Insurance
* Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance
* Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance
* Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
* Voluntary Pet Insurance
* Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program
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