What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist II position at Texas A&M AgriLife?
Job Title
Program Specialist II
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Department
4-H Youth Development
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Brownwood, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Program Specialist II, under general supervision, performs specialist duties for the Texas 4-H Conference Center.
Responsibilities
- Assists the Center Director in planning, scheduling, and implementing all summer camping programs and other youth and adult leadership retreats throughout the year in a managerial role.
- Assists agents through providing opportunities for camps and leadership training at the Texas 4-H Conference Center and off-site as needed to support their county program plan of work.
- Develops a year-round natural resource education program at the 4-H Conference Center for schools, youth organizations, teachers, and youth leaders.
- Facilitates natural resource education program through 4-H Adventure Trek experiences for youth and/or adult audiences.
- Compiles and distributes Texas 4-H Conference Center program information to Extension agents, 4-H specialists, and administrators via electronic and/or printed documents.
- Contributes to the Texas 4-H Conference Center website to provide current and relevant program information.
- Evaluates programs at the Texas 4-H Conference Center.
- Assists in the procurement of items for T-Shirt Shop and marketing, retailing of such.
- Assists the Center Director in meeting Texas A&M Programs for Minors and maintaining American Camping Association accreditation and works with Center staff to ensure compliance throughout camps and on property.
- Assists the Center Director with budgeting processes for educational programs and other departments at the Texas 4-H Conference Center.
- Recruits, interviews, and hires Texas 4-H Conference Center summer staff. Conducts a two-week training session for summer staff employees.
- Provides training for Center employees as needed in CPR/First Aid. Also assists with other training such as team building with Center employees.
- Serves as Challenge Course Manager, overseeing course operations, documentation, certification, and related activities. Is responsible for facilitation of group activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Two years of related experience.
Knowledge Skills, & Abilities:
- Knowledge of word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Obtain and maintain safety certifications (First Aid, CPR, AED, Lifeguard, Boating, & Level 1 Roping)
Preferred Other Requirements:
- Work Environment:
- On-site office
- Outdoor camping environment work as necessary
- Physical Requirements:
- Maintain physical condition to perform outdoor camping programs
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
