UT Institute of Agriculture · 1 week ago
Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development, Roane County: UTIA
Kingston, TN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe UT Institute of Agriculture is seeking an Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development in Roane County. The role involves planning and executing educational programs for youth, training volunteer leaders, and providing resources for youth development initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Plans, executes, and evaluates 4-H Youth Development (100%) educational programs
Implements, evaluates, and reports 4-H Youth Development Programs related to organization, leadership, recognition, sponsorship, etc
Assumes responsibility for all youth projects, activities, shows, events, and committees
Secures and trains volunteer leaders and serves as an educational resource for educational youth programs within the county
Responsible to the County Extension Director and must keep current on the latest research information in youth development
Provides leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, or veteran status
Assume other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences or a field related to Education and/or youth development is required
Applicants must have either a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 point scale, a minimum of 3.0 during their senior year of undergraduate study, or must have earned a Master's degree
Preference will be given to applicants with a MS Degree, and/or work experience in a related field
Applicants graduating prior to position start date are welcome to apply
A complete application package will include a 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume or curriculum vitae including a list of 3 – 5 professional references, 3) and official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred
Benefits
Group hospitalization and life insurance
State Retirement
Workers’ Compensation
Sick and annual leave
Numerous University of Tennessee and state benefits programs, including liberal time off for holidays, and longevity pay after three years of service
Reimbursement for official travel
Company
UT Institute of Agriculture
The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture improves lives in Tennessee and beyond every day.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Angela Gibson, MBA, PMP
Chief Information Officer
Ben C. West, Ph.D.
Director Of Strategic Partnerships
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