Extension Educator

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Job Title:

Extension Educator, Community Development - Noble County

Department:

FAES | Washington County

This position is based in Noble County, Ohio.

The Ohio State University Extension Educator will work collaboratively with county, center, district and state teams of Ohio State University (OSU) Extension professionals and with local agency leaders and volunteers to provide leadership for Community Development programming targeted to local and area needs. Plan, teach, and evaluate educational programs that support rural economic development with a focus on building/enhancing systems and creating new economic development opportunities.

Responsible for a broad range of basic to complex duties that could include, but are not limited to, providing guidance and/or leadership for Economic Development, Business Retention and Expansion, Leadership Development, Community Land Use Planning and Improvement, and Organizational Development (i.e. Community Development) programming targeted to local and regional needs. Utilize appropriate methods, both formal and informal, of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities of the local community. Design, implement, and teach educational programming, based on these needs, to groups and individuals comprised of adults and/or youth. May also convene and facilitate community coalitions focused on those needs. May be required to replicate and adhere to existing programs that meet the needs of their local community. Develop promotional materials, work with and/or lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of the program goals. Evaluate educational programs and dissemination methods, as well as utilize existing evaluation instruments to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, program quality, and results of local programs. Participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision, and values of both OSU Extension and Community Development. The Educator will participate in continued professional development that leads to distinction within specialty. 

Extension Educator 1
Requires a Bachelor's Degree
$42,100 - $55,000

Extension Educator 2
Requires a Master's Degree
$47,700 - $62,300

Extension Educator 3
Requires a Master's Degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience
$55,700 - $72,700

The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications.

Resume and cover letter, specific to the posting, are to be included at time of application, include months and years worked for each employment listed.

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package. Based on position type and eligibility.  https://hr.osu.edu/wp-content/uploads/benefits-eligibility.pdf.

OSU will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Career Roadmap Placement:
• Function: Education
• Sub-Function: Extension Educators
• Career Band: Individual Contributor – Specialized
• Career Level: S1, S2, S3, S4

Additional Information:

Location:

OSU Extension - Noble (1552)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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