Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-10-14
Req: R-2724

Title:

1132-NN - Extension Coordinator

Business Title:

Colville Reservation Ag & Natural Resources Extension Coordinator

Location:

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Job Family:

Administrative Professional - Not OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor’s Proclamation 21-14.1, as a condition of employment, all WSU employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation no later than October 18, 2021. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation for new employees will be verified no later than October 18, 2021. If the effective date of appointment is October 18, 2021 or later vaccine or approved accommodation status will be verified prior to first day of employment. Please reach out to Human Resource Services (HRS) at hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521 if you have questions regarding this.

Summary of Duties:

Provide agriculture and natural resources educational outreach and training for the Colville Reservation as outlined in the goals, objectives and timeline of the USDA Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program (FRTEP) grant project that funds this position. Programming work performed in cooperation with the WSU Colville Reservation Extension Team. This programming includes the development, organization, coordination, and implementation of Ag & natural Resources programs and activities and youth-related agriculture 4-H outreach, within the policies and procedures of WSU Extension.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Requirements:

• Relevant extension program discipline includes those related to any of the following: agriculture; natural resources; education; or other related field or equivalent education/experience explained in the application.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; demonstrated work experience using these programs.

• Must successfully pass the WSU background screening process.

• Reliable transportation for year-round travel is required. Mileage will be reimbursed for work related travel at the approved state rate. While using a private or WSU motor pool vehicle for official business, have current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in RCW46.30.020 and RCW 46.29.090) and possess a valid driver’s license.

• Some evening and weekend work is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional training in agriculture, natural resources, education or other related fields.

• Experience recognizing, understanding, and working with Native American communities, culture, customs, and values.

• Experience working with a wide range of people from varied social and economic levels, ages, races, ethnic backgrounds as well as in rural, suburban, and urban settings.

• Experience in preparing reports, evaluations, press releases; conveyance of program information to the public and program participants.

• Experience in public speaking, effective conveyance of program information to the public, program participants, and decision-makers.

• Experience working as a team member.

• Experience developing program materials.

• Experience working/collaborating with multiple public agencies, and individuals in partnerships.

• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, program assessment and evaluation.

• Experience working with social media.

Additional Information:

Area/College: WSU Extension
Department Name: Ag & Natural Resources
Location: Nespelem, WA
Department Link: https://extension.wsu.edu/colville-reservation/
Monthly Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
FTE: 100%
Temporary/ Permanent: This is a temporary position contracted in one-year terms. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Screening Date: This recruitment has been reposted and screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Application Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application
Required Documents: Cover letter & resume

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.