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Position Vacancy Announcement
Florida A&M University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications of the Extension Agent I vacancy. This is a 100% Extension and 12-month appointment located at Brooksville Agricultural & Environmental Research Station in Brooksville, Florida. The position is responsible to the Director, Cooperative Extension and has primary responsibility for planning, executing and evaluating county extension programs within the assigned area of program responsibility. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing family, youth and community extension educational programs to help people acquire knowledge and develop problem-solving skills to meet their needs. Developing and implementing an educational program include working with advisory committees, following a sound programming process, developing and executing a plan of work, recruiting and training leaders, utilizing appropriate program delivery methods, reporting program accomplishments, and supporting affirmative action programs. At least 5% 4-H programming will be required.
ResponsibilitiesPartners and collaborates with agents, agencies, nonprofit and other organizations and the public to meet the educational needs of local residents; Provides expertise and serve as a resource in youth, family and community programming in urban agriculture, health and wellness, financial literacy, economic development & entrepreneurship; Determines program needs by monitoring trends and issues; Determines program goals and objectives and identifies needed financial and human resources; Implements educational programs which strengthen communities, families and individuals, including youth; Utilizes various media effectively to inform clientele of program activities through effective promotion and marketing practices and tools; and Uses appropriate technologies to plan and deliver educational programs through workshops, seminars, conferences, media, one-on-one visits, field trips, tours and other methods.
Maintains knowledge of current research information in one of the specialty areas; Uses computer applications appropriate to the subject-matter being delivered and the collecting of data for reporting purposes; Develops and implements evaluation plans for key programs; Reports impact outcomes to clientele, public, administrators and other key stakeholders; Maintains and fosters relationships with the public and key stakeholders; Identifies and attracts resources to support the delivery of programming; Assumes other assignments and responsibilities in support of the total Extension Program; Makes individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions; Assumes regular travel throughout the state, and occasionally at a regional and national level; and Programming will be conducted in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Civil Rights policies and procedure.
Minimum QualificationsAll applicants must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following areas:
Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Wellness, Education, Public Health or a relevant discipline. A Master's degree is preferred.
Recommended Competencies
Utilizes various media effectively to inform clientele of program activities through effective promotion and marketing practices and tools;
Ability to use appropriate technologies to plan and deliver educational programs through workshops, seminars, conferences, media, one-on-one visits, field trips, tours and other methods;
Ability to use computer applications appropriate to the subject-matter being delivered and the collecting of data for reporting purposes;
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to recruit, train and manage volunteers;
Experience in developing positive interactions with the public;
Experience in planning, implementing, marketing, and evaluating educational programs; and
Maintain a personal commitment to working with diverse clientele and colleagues.
Pay Plan
This is a Faculty position.
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.
Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.
Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.
This position may requires some evening and weekend work inherent to Extension program delivery.
How To Apply
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information, as well cover letter resume, three letter of reference and transcripts. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.
Equal Opportunity/Access
Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer including minorities, Veterans’, and individuals with disabilities. The university supports the Florida Board of Governor’s “Statement of Free Expression”; activities protected under the First Amendment to the United States Constitution and Article 1 of the State Constitution. Expressive activities protected do not include defamatory or commercial speech.”
Time Limited Position
This position is "time-limited". Time limited positions are funded by a contract or grant, auxiliaries and local funds having a defined expiration date. Persons hired in such positions are eligible to attain permanent status with the University but are not entitled to retention rights in the event of the expiration and/or non-renewal of the contract or grant.
Other Information
Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, FAMU is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.
The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.
These requirements do not apply to U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents if the employment or training was/is through an agency of the U.S. Government. For more information on what information must be provided and the screening process, please contact the Office of Research Integrity at ori@famu.edu .