Extension Parent Educator, Region 8/ Stark County

Description & Details:

Transform people’s lives. NDSU Extension empowers North Dakotans to improve their lives and communities through science-based education. Lead dynamic parent education programs in southwest North Dakota, which includes the geographic territory of Adams, Billings, Bowman, Dunn, Golden Valley, Hettinger, Slope, and Stark Counties. This full-time position is based in the West Dakota Parent and Family Resource Center located in Dickinson, North Dakota.

• Develop, plan, deliver, facilitate, and evaluate successful, research-based parent education programs for parents, primary caregivers, childcare providers and other related groups to strengthen their knowledge and skills of positive parenting practices and that result in positive community impacts.
• Listen to clientele, build networks to assess locals needs and collaborate with communities of people.
• Develop a broad-based marketing campaign that enhances public awareness of the importance of parenting and available programs and services. Be a voice in mass and social media outreach.
• Willing and able to travel and adjust to a flexible schedule (i.e., participate in evening and weekend programs).
• Be an active learner to keep relevant with related research, new teaching strategies, technology and advances in the professional field.
• Be self-directed with minimal supervision in the work environment.
• Direct questions to: Jim Gray, 701-877-2582, jim.gray@ndsu.edu.

About Us:

North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension is the link between the public and our land-grant university, NDSU, and our mission is to empower North Dakotans to improve their lives and communities through science-based education. Extension agents are the local face of NDSU Extension and deliver educational programs to meet the needs of the people and communities in the counties we serve. We value collaboration, flexibility, autonomy, and a culture of discovery and lifelong learning. We are seeking individuals who are relationship-focused and interested in making a positive impact to local communities by providing research-based knowledge and resources to help people thrive. We pride ourselves in an organizational culture where employees are trusted, respected, supported and valued.

More information about NDSU Extension can be found at: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension.

Location:

This position is located in Dickinson, North Dakota in the West Dakota Parent and Family Resource Center, which is a collaboration between NDSU Extension and Dickinson Public Schools. Dickinson is the county seat of Stark County and has a population of 25,130 people as of the 2023 census. Dickinson serves as a regional retail hub and is home to the Dickinson-Theodore Roosevelt Airport, the Ukrainian Cultural Institute, a world-class dinosaur museum, Dickinson State University, medical facilities, unique shopping, and excellent schools. Located approximately 100 miles west of the capital city of Bismarck, Dickinson is the midpoint between Fargo, North Dakota and Billings, Montana. Dickinson is approximately 30 miles from Theodore Roosevelt National Park in the Badlands and future home of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Dickinson’s economy focuses on diverse resources of agriculture, energy (coal, ethanol, natural gas, and oil), manufacturing and tourism. Dickinson is the perfect place for a person who enjoys a mid-sized community and has an interest in outdoors activities like hiking, hunting, and fishing. More information on Dickinson can be found here: https://www.visitdickinson.com/.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Some evening and weekend work required

Advertised Salary:

• Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human development and family sciences, family and consumer sciences education, education, or related field.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals, groups and through mass media.
• Ability to conduct oneself professionally, be self-directed in the work environment and work flexible and extended hours.
• Ability to use technology for communication, information finding, program delivery, and reporting.
• Familiarity with various ethnic and socioeconomic audiences, an interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field to human development and family sciences, and/or certified parent educator.
• Experience recruiting and managing employees.
• Experience in designing and delivering educational programs.
• Recent Extension work experience.
• Experience with problem solving and conflict management.
• Professional work in the area of parent education.

Applicant Materials Required:

• Cover letter including how you may meet any or all minimum and preferred qualifications.
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts
• Include three professional references in application reference section
• Screening will begin 4/21/25

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full Time Employee Benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan. Options for a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account. Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire. Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation.
• Superb Retirement Plan - Employer 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 (some positions accrue up to 24 days per year), 12 days per year of 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: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About NDSU:

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:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

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.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.