What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cooperative Extension Program Coordinator - Urban Agriculture and STEM position at Forsyth County (NC)?
The Urban Agriculture and STEM Program Coordinator is a member of the staff of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center. This position will focus on assisting with major programs surrounding Urban Farming, such as Urban Farm School, Visit NC Farms and Pawpaw Field Day, as well as, teaching youth and adult STEM/STEAM workshops, 4-H science programs throughout the county and creating booths for community fairs that highlight agriculture and science. Interest in local foods, robotics, gardening techniques, art in science, knowledge of 4-H youth development, phone skills and teaching is a plus. The successful candidate should feel comfortable working with all people, ages 5 and older.
The successful applicant for this fast-paced position will be energetic and have a desire to make a positive impact on the Cooperative Extension program and Forsyth county residents. Applicants should be responsible and possess a strong work ethic with skills in organization, networking, reporting, recruitment, leadership, communications, networking/teamwork, public relations and other duties as assigned in their quest to create a harmonious team atmosphere.
Successful candidates should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Valid drivers license required.- Recruits participants for program participation.
- Networks with community agencies.
- Prepares daily and monthly reports documenting work progression.
- Schedules weekly visits with individuals and groups.
- Selects lessons from a prepared curriculum for presentations.
- Completes written reports to document daily activities performed for each client.
- Performs related work as required.
- Provides informational training sessions for targeted clients.
The successful applicant for this fast-paced position will be energetic and have a desire to make a positive impact on the Cooperative Extension program and Forsyth county residents. Applicants should be responsible and possess a strong work ethic with skills in organization, networking, reporting, recruitment, leadership, communications, networking/teamwork, public relations and other duties as assigned in their quest to create a harmonious team atmosphere.
Successful candidates should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Working knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental conditions of the clients served
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Knowledge of public relations and program recruitment methods
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people of all ages
- Ability to teach and lead programs to meet program objectives.
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally or 10 lbs frequently or negligible amounts constantly. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Valid drivers license required.- Recruits participants for program participation.
- Networks with community agencies.
- Prepares daily and monthly reports documenting work progression.
- Schedules weekly visits with individuals and groups.
- Selects lessons from a prepared curriculum for presentations.
- Completes written reports to document daily activities performed for each client.
- Performs related work as required.
- Provides informational training sessions for targeted clients.
Salary : $37,107 - $42,673
