County Extension Agent - Family & Consumer Science​/H

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via , then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”. All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

• Type of Position:
  Professional Staff - Extension
• Workstudy Position:
  No
• Job Type: Regular
• Sponsorship Available:
  No
• Institution Name:
  Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

CEA
* Staff Chair
* Columbia County

(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Maintains a thorough knowledge of the social, economic, and political characteristics of the county and will be an effective liaison with local community leaders, agencies and governments. Maintains an up-to-date and working knowledge of Arkansas Extension programs.
• Develops and executes an annual action plan based on issues identified by the programmatic Subcommittee(s) and personal observations. Plans, delivers and teaches educational programs, demonstrations, and activities that address the needs of the county’s clientele. Provides opportunities for program participation at the county, district, and state levels, while also sharing educational information with county government leaders, community organizations and stakeholders to support the overall Extension mission.
• Leverages Extension specialists and research-based information to design, implement and teach educational programs in all Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) priority areas. Responds to clientele inquiries through phone consultations, e-mails, in-person office and site visits, providing tailored researched based recommendations as required.
• Serve as an advisor to the county (EHC) Extension Homemaker Club officers, board and members if an established EHC program exists in the county. Provides researched and unbiased leader training for EHC clubs. Provide support during and at county, district and state EHC activities.
• Supports the county 4-H program and related activities, including FCS educational programming, training for competitive events, volunteer recruitment and development, and fundraising efforts. Contributes to program delivery at the county, district, and state levels.
• Employs effective evaluation techniques to measure the impact of county FCS and 4-H programs. Compiles and communicates program results to the county advisory committee, Extension Council (if applicable), and county and state government officials on an annual basis.
• Ensures compliance with civil rights requirements and maintains current knowledge of applicable rules and regulations. Promotes inclusivity by ensuring all programs are accessible to the public and maintains accurate records to demonstrate compliance.
• Completes and submits required reports on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accountability.
• Collaborate with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to effectively carry out and advance the Extension mission.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with Extension staff, clientele and general public.
• Build a network of supporters and volunteers to assist in program delivery.
• Maintains a working knowledge of researched based FCS practices and programs by attending in-service trainings offered through Arkansas Extension, professional development…