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Department/Program Overview:
Gates County is a rural northeastern county with
a current population of approximately 11,602.
The county seat is Gatesville. The county enjoys
an abundance of natural beauty. The economy is
based on agriculture. The population consists of
58% Caucasian and 42% African-American. Nearly
19.6% of the population is classified as living
in poverty. Children under 18 make up 24% of the
population. Gates County's comprehensive 4-H
program involves youth in a variety of
traditional and non-traditional 4-H programs,
clubs, special interest, school enrichment,
school age childcare, leadership activities,
overnight retreats, overnight camping, science
and technology, youth at risk issues, health and
wellness and life skills development.
Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:
Plan, implement and supervise
quality educational programs to address the high
priority needs and issues confronting the
limited income residents of Gates County’s
public housing and related communities Special
focus is to concentrate on youth experiencing
problems, families in crisis situations and
strengthen communities to support youth and
family needs. Network and collaborate with
systems in and outside the greater public
housing communities, i.e. health department,
Planned Parenthood, and 4-H and public housing.
Additionally, involvement with community
volunteers and collaboration with local schools
and community groups are required.
Qualifications:
Two years experience in fiscal management,
grants writing, management, and supervision
preferred. Possess a high degree of subject
matter competence, effective oral and written
communication skills, computer proficiency,
effectively manage time and multitask, a team
player, have a valid driver’s license and
reliable transportation.
Education:
Bachelors in youth and or human development,
business, or Ag. Extension. Masters degree
preferred but not required.
North Carolina Cooperative
Extension offers career opportunities as
Extension educators in four basic areas. You are
encouraged to apply only for positions for which
you are both academically and otherwise
qualified. All Extension Agent positions
require: a Bachelor's degree with a cumulative
grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in
the major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale),
or completion of a Master's degree; a personal
automobile and valid driver's license; computer
literacy; strong oral and written communication
skills; the ability to plan, implement, market,
and evaluate educational programs; willingness
to work as a team member and support a total
Extension program; and the ability to handle
multiple demands and set priorities. For all
Extension Agent positions, a Master's degree is
preferred.
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants must submit an
Administrative
and Faculty Employment Application, a current resume, cover letter,
transcripts and 3 letters of reference to:
Donna
Holland
NC A&T State University
The Cooperative
Extension Program
P.O. Box 21928
Greensboro,
NC 27420
Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Deadline for
applications:
August 26, 2008
Position Available: November 1, 2008
Successful candidates for Agent
positions will receive one-year fixed term
appointments for program responsibilities; and
successful candidates for County Extension
Director positions will receive one-year fixed
term appointments for program responsibilities
and "at-will" appointments for administrative
responsibilities. The term appointments are
subject to renewal in accordance with North
Carolina State University policy.
N.C. A&T COMPLIES WITH THE IMMIGRATION REFORM
AND CONTROL ACT OF 1985. WE HIRE ONLY UNITED
STATES CITIZENS AND LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED Foreign
Nationals. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE
DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYABILITY AND IDENTITY
BASED ON THE LAW.
A criminal conviction check will be required for
any applicant who is selected as a finalist for
a position. A criminal record does not
necessarily eliminate you from employment with
the University. Each conviction will be reviewed
with respect to the offense, circumstances,
seriousness, and the position for which you
apply.
North Carolina A&T
State University is a land-grant
doctoral/research intensive institution and AA/EEO
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