Instructor - FCS Volunteer Development & Extension Homemakers Council, Faculty Advisor
No salary listed
Mid
Master's
Little Rock, AR, USA
In PersonRequires travel throughout Arkansas.
TrainingCorporate & Technical Training
No H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
- The successful applicant must hold an earned master’s degree in FCS, Human Development, Nutrition, Education, or a closely related discipline by the date of hire.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate technical information to non-technical audiences, both orally and in writing.
- Commitment to fostering a diverse, collaborative, and collegial work environment.
- Ability to drive a motor vehicle, lift and move equipment, and manipulate food, kitchen implements, and visual displays.
- Flexibility to travel throughout the state as required.
- Knowledge of adult education principles and techniques.
- Knowledge of program planning, implementation, and evaluation processes.
- Understanding of social, economic, political, and cultural factors affecting volunteerism.
- Skilled in verbal communication, presentations, and hands-on training for diverse audiences.
- Skilled in motivating adult learners and facilitating positive behavioral changes.
- Skilled in working irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to obtain and interpret research information and anticipate trends in volunteerism.
- Ability to work effectively with both professional and lay audiences.
- Ability to communicate with strong written, oral, and presentation skills to translate complex scientific research into practical life skills for the public.
- Ability to manage, organize, and inspire adult volunteer groups.
- Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide local program governance as the designated faculty advisor to state EHC clubs, state and county EHC councils, and elected officers, ensuring compliance with AEHC Standing Rules and UADA policy.
- Support agents’ volunteer recruitment and retention efforts and foster an inclusive environment for a diverse, multigenerational demographic.
- Maintain the AEHC membership database.
- Support community service projects by overseeing and approving county-level EHC community initiatives.
- Guide planning and implementation of state- and district-level meetings and events, including AEHC executive officer meetings, District Rallies, Spring Workshops, and the State Meeting; advise volunteers on facilities, registration, agendas, promotion, and other event-planning details.
- Coordinate with volunteers, Communications, IT, and others.
- Support the mission, vision, and core values of UADA Extension and implement the objectives of the Assistant Vice-President of FCS and the FCS Department.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Vice-President of FCS, FCS faculty, and staff to identify content needs, work efficiently, reduce redundancy, and foster teamwork.
- Improve coordination between land-grant universities, the LRSO, and FCS county agents to deliver AEHC content that meets Arkansans’ needs.
- Secure external funding and serve as principal investigator or co-principal investigator for Extension outreach and workforce development initiatives.
- Conduct AEHC officer training and leadership development.
- Disseminate research-based information to the public through multimedia outreach, including social media platforms and educational fact sheets.
- Respond to agent and client questions in a timely manner.
- Attend faculty and department meetings, activities, and events and participate professionally and respectfully.
- Collect local data and advisory committee feedback through needs assessments to address county residents’ distinct socioeconomic needs.
- Maintain records of volunteer service hours, public and educational contacts, and program outcomes for required federal, state, and county impact reporting.
- Advocate for and influence FCS evaluation across Extension, including land-grant university campuses, all 75 counties, and the LRSO campus.
- Guide the evaluation, analysis, and dissemination of program outcomes and performance measures.
- Coordinate with agents and the Community Professional and Economic Development Department to design reporting procedures for gathering and reporting AEHC impact data.
- Write, proofread, and edit news articles, newsletters, blog posts, media messages, and social media assets.
- Manage social media and the webpage.
- Serve as moderator, host, or support panelist for training, meetings, and other events.
- Manage and use email distribution lists and text groups.
- Assist with preparing and delivering information through various outlets for assigned topics and volunteer groups.
- Maintain communication with AEHC officers and leaders, EHC members, and County Extension personnel.
- Develop and deliver educational programs, mentor and support EHC volunteers, and create resources for FCS initiatives.
- Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to implement Extension objectives and ensure program quality and relevance.
- Secure external funding, evaluate program outcomes, and support Extension agents’ and volunteers’ professional development across the state.
- Attend faculty and departmental meetings, serve on committees, and interact professionally and positively.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in volunteer development and FCS programming.
- Experience with curriculum development, grant writing, and project management.
- Experience with program evaluation and partnership development.
About the company
University of Arkansas is a public land-grant research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It provides undergraduate and graduate education, conducts research, and supports public-service and extension activity. Academic colleges, laboratories, student services, facilities, and administrative units make up the campus operating environment. Faculty, research, student-support, technical, trades, and professional roles support the institution. The profile is campus-specific while recognizing that the University of Arkansas System uses a shared official careers platform.
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 2026 ARIES won $9 million federal backing for semiconductor innovation.
- July 2026 enrollment reached 17,769 Arkansans, supporting tuition, retention, and political goodwill.
- September 2026 campus strategy targets 80% graduation and 2,000 more graduate students.
What critics are saying
- Baptist v. Board of Trustees, filed April 2026, exposes discrimination and retaliation claims.
- Branch v. UALR, filed May 2026, threatens reputational damage and reinstatement liability.
- Management targets $500 million research by 2032; missed execution weakens funding, hiring, and prestige.
What makes University of Arkansas unique
- September 2026 launched ARIES to develop power electronics and semiconductors.
- FY25 research expenditures hit $252.9 million, up from $164 million four years earlier.
- 150 Forward Reaching Higher ties AI fluency, experiential learning, and graduate growth to state impact.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Discounts
- 401(k) Company Match
- Life Insurance
- Professional Development Budget
- Training Programs