Assistant University Extension Educator, Community Vitality and Health

Job Purpose

Are you seeking a career that will allow you to positively impact Wyoming communities and people? Do you value public service and seek an outlet that allows you to serve the public through educational programs you create? Are you committed to lifelong learning and find value in sharing that with others? Then please consider applying for this open position.

The mission of University of Wyoming Extension (UWE) is to empower the people of Wyoming to make choices that enhance their quality of life. By actively involving Wyoming people, institutions, and communities, UWE shows a commitment to people, connectivity, relevance, accountability, innovation, entrepreneurship, and respect. With this in mind, UWE will be responsive to the needs, concerns, and aspirations of the people of Wyoming as we provide learning for better living.

UWE educators are expected to develop relationships with key community leaders and groups to inform the design and delivery of research-based educational programs. They are expected to work within team settings that may consist of other Extension educators, community professionals, and faculty within and outside of UWE.

For this position, educational programming will ideally emphasize either food preservation and safety, or civic capacity building (such as leadership development and board governance), but could also include economic/community development, human nutrition, physical activity, community wellness, or related topics identified through local needs assessments.

This position is based in Newcastle, Wyoming, the county seat for Weston County.

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. Candidates with a Master’s degree in progress may be considered for interviews, but degree must be completed by hire date.
• One degree (Master’s or Bachelor’s) must be awarded in family and consumer sciences, human nutrition and food, food science, food/agricultural/biological engineering, public or community health, economic/community development, public administration, business administration, leadership, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
• Ability to participate in some overnight travel, evening, and weekend work.

• Training or experience in one or more of the following topics: food preservation, food safety, leadership development (for youths or adults), board governance, human nutrition, physical activity, community wellness, economic/community development, or other topics relevant to local needs.
• Experience in developing and delivering science-based outreach to meet needs identified by community members.
• Experience developing partnerships with external organizations or government agencies.
• Experience fostering positive relationships with clientele in a community served.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience and/or training in teaching youth and adult audiences.
• Experience conducting needs assessments and program impact evaluations.
• Demonstrated ability to use diverse approaches to develop and deliver science-informed outreach related to improving individual, family, community, or economic health and well-being.
• Demonstrated knowledge/appreciation of rural communities and a commitment to work and travel in rural counties in Wyoming.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Extension and the land-grant university system.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively in and contribute positively to teamwork.
• Experience in planning and implementing applied research activities.

• Provide leadership in building mutual learning relationships with community members and leaders through a blend of educational outreach, technical assistance, and community coaching.
• Implement assessment and advisory strategies to identify educational needs (e.g., by gathering input from community members, leaders, and organizations about educational needs in the county).
• Develop and maintain awareness of existing programs,…