Mitchell County -H Agent

Position: Mitchell County 4-H Agent
Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

* Master's degree in Human/Youth Development, Sociology, Education, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Recreation, or related area.

* A Bachelor's degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional Faculty appointment (see Additional Requirements for more information on this provisional appointment).

Position Summary

This faculty role is responsible for 4-H Youth Development programming in Mitchell County. It provides educational opportunities for youth in 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for project and judging events. It utilizes the expertise of and works closely with advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs.

It develops a federal Plan of Work that is equitable in meeting the varied socio-economic needs of the county and collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs. The Mitchell County 4-H Extension program serves a school population of 1,258 with 200 4th and 5th-graders. This faculty member will be an active supporter of youth wishing to thrive and grow in leadership skills.

A presence is necessary in the community by promoting 4-H not only in the classroom, but also at conferences, 4-H camp, and various other programs, and may continue positive contact with the school system and area.

This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver's license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are required. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others, including 4-H Youth and Adult Clientele, is also a common and necessary function of the job. 4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.

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Additional Requirements

See the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointments and Promotions for Public Service and Outreach Academic Rank for information regarding the Public Service Faculty ranks.

Progression towards earning an advanced degree is expected while in a provisional faculty position. When a public service professional receives an advanced degree, recommendation for a public service faculty appointment can be initiated according to the public service faculty appointment process (see "Appointment and Promotion upon Receiving an Advanced Degree" on page 17 of the Guidelines).

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

* Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

* Ability to speak to/teach large groups of residents

* Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele

* Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits

* Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication

* Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees

* Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs

* Skills in leadership and management

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk…