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Extension Leadership and Civic Engagement Program Coordinator - (2955197)

North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

Position Information

Description & Details :

Extension Leadership and Civic Engagement Program Coordinator

The Extension Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with a team of Extension and research professionals and volunteers to provide innovative leadership for Extension leadership and civic engagement programs and the North Dakota Soil and Water Leadership Academy. The location for this position is negotiable, and there is a possibility it can be remote, but the person must be located somewhere in western ND. This is a full-time grant funded position which expires on December 31, 2028. The position will be reevaluated at this time to determine if funding is available for continuation.

The position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities :

Extension leadership and civic engagement education (50%)

  • Teach, deliver and evaluate programs in leadership and civic engagement for adult and youth audiences. These programs will include the Community Impressions program, Building Tomorrow’s Leaders program, Lead Local, Youth Lead Local, Marketing Hometown America, and other Extension programs. Successful Extension programs may involve : Conduct needs assessment and issues identification that result in programs based on the needs of county citizens.Interpret and integrate pertinent research information into educational programs.Evaluate and market the impact of the educational programs delivered.
  • Cooperate and collaborate with local, county and state agencies, organizations and businesses to enhance community and leadership development programming opportunities.
  • Collaborate with NDSU professionals to review programs developed for North Dakota clientele.

Soil and Water Leadership Education (50%)

  • Assist in the creation and delivery of innovative learning experiences for soil and water leadership program initiatives to watershed coordinators, watershed advisory groups, Soil Conservation District boards and others working on water-related issues.
  • Interpret and integrate pertinent research information into the watershed leadership educational programs.
  • Evaluate and market the impact of the educational programs delivered.
  • Cooperate and collaborate with local, county and state agencies and organizations to enhance other Extension community and leadership development programming opportunities.
  • Coordinate online training program for SCD supervisors.
  • Other

  • Assure compliance with equal opportunities policies.
  • Be self-directed with minimal supervision.
  • Some weekend and evening work is required.
  • Participate in professional development experiences offered by NDSU Extension and other entities as appropriate.
  • Some travel required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of Extension programming.
  • The responsibilities of this position also will include, but are not limited to, the following :

  • Read and abide by all the rules and regulations for faculty at NDSU as outlined in the NDSU Policy Manual.
  • Contribute to a positive work environment through cooperation, collaboration and teamwork with others by developing and maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, faculty, staff, employees, and clientele.
  • Participate in local, regional and national professional associations, whenever possible.
  • Participate in program planning and training efforts as required.
  • Assure compliance with equal opportunity policies.
  • Provide assistance in the development and enhancement of leadership and civic engagement programming for youth.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree, by start date, in organizational leadership, leadership and civic engagement, human development, family and consumer sciences, or related discipline.
  • Knowledge of leadership development practices.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, access, and inclusiveness.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals, groups and through mass media.
  • Effective interpersonal skills, including ability to interact and collaborate effectively with a diversity of colleagues.
  • Organizational management skills including the ability to conduct oneself professionally, be self-directed in the work environment, work flexible and extended hours.
  • Manage time and resources (including grant writing) to efficiently accomplish the duties of the position.
  • Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Master’s degree
  • Extension work experience.
  • Experience designing and delivering educational programs.
  • Applicant Materials Required :

    Please provide Resume / CV, cover letter and 3 references.

    Screening will begin 2 / 13 / 25

    NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

    Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits :

  • Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family PlanOption of a PPO / Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings AccountBenefits begin the first of the month following date of hire Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
  • Superb Retirement PlanEmployer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
  • Basic Term Life Insurance
  • Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
  • Tuitions Waivers for Spouse / Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
  • Paid Leave – including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Optional benefits include : Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
  • More Detailed Information Here :
  • About Us :

    North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

    NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

    NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

    No Smoking Notice :

    As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

    EO / AA Statement :

    Diversity Statement :

    NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

    Veteran’s Preference Notice :

    This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

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