Hybrid Part-Time Program Coordinator Wood County Division of Land Grant Engagement

Overview

The Division of Land Grant Engagement at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Program Coordinator located in Wood County.

About the Opportunity

This position is a part-time (no more than 19 hours/week) hybrid position which works collaboratively as a member of the WVU Wood Extension office, working in 4-H Youth and Family & Community Development. Occasional night and weekend work may be required. Position is contingent upon available grant and county funding. This person will work under the supervision of the 4-H Agent and focus primarily on STEM, 4-H After school, and other programming offered by 4-H and Family and Community Development.

This position will offer flexible hours.

What You ll Do

• Develops and implements educational programs as determined by WVU Extension Agents within the program areas of 4-H Youth Development (4-HYD) and Family and Community Development (FCD) with specific emphasis on STEM education.
• Coordinates and arranges classes, meetings, workshops, in consultation with County Extension Agents.
• Coordinates and presents training programs.
• As instructed by Extension Agent plans, attends, and/or conducts scheduled meetings monthly such as 4-H Leaders  Association, Camp Trustees, CEOS County Council.
• Assists with planning projects and events which may include 4-H Awards, open house events, camps, CEOS educational lessons, leadership development, and Dining with Diabetes. Includes tasks such as recruiting participants, judges, volunteers, etc.
• Attends county fairs/shows, 4-H camps as directed by Extension Agents.
• Assists with conducting periodic evaluations of programs and activities to identify areas of needed improvement.
• Provide assistance for developing, expanding, conducting and implementing Extension education programs to reach diverse audiences.
• Provides program support to the Extension Agents as required.
• Facilitate periodic evaluation of programs and activities to identify areas of needed improvement.
• Assists with program recruitment and retention.

Office and Administrative Support

• Assists with social media and websites.
• Assists with screening volunteer applications and maintaining volunteer records.
• Maintain databases and mailing lists for programs (4-H, ANR, and FCD).
• Publicize and promote Extension programs in accordance with university policy and adhering to social justice in both print and on social media.
• Other duties related to Extension programs assigned by Extension Agents.

General Extension Work

• Serve as a team member of the county Extension program by participating in Extension Service Committee meetings, office staff meetings, filing proper reports, and offering creative suggestions for program improvement.
• Stay in compliance with all University vetting processes, policies and best management practices as they relate to the recruitment, management, and training of volunteers and leaders who support Extension programming.
• Assure compliance with civil rights and affirmative action policies including reaching out to underserved and underrepresented audiences.

Pay Grade
: 13

Work Hours
: 19 Hours per week

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related field.
  Bachelor s degree preferred.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience involving:
• Experience working with youth and adults required
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift and carry materials needed to conduct trainings and perform duties of the position.
• Knowledge of local resources and agencies.
• Skills to effectively teach Extension programs using provided curriculum.
• Skills to manage time and keep accurate records & reports, including travel & budget.
• Skills to develop positive participant relationships - congeniality, listening, and empathy.
• Skills to adapt to informal teaching environments and situations.
• Skills to communicate (written and oral) with a diverse population.
• Profici…