Extension Specialist, 4-h Youth Development

merrill.umd.edu

Agent master's base: $64,763; agent ph.d. base: $7...
Master's degree required
7-10 years youth development experience
Engineering and technology principles knowledge
The position involves organizing, developing, and evaluating statewide educational programs for youth, families, and communities as a tenure-track faculty member

Job Summary

  • The position involves organizing, developing, and evaluating statewide educational programs for youth, families, and communities as a tenure-track faculty member.
  • Responsibilities include coordinating statewide engineering and technology programs while incorporating artificial intelligence and career readiness aligned with agriculture needs.
  • Candidates must demonstrate leadership abilities to secure grants, manage volunteers, and provide experiential learning opportunities across Maryland.

Matching Summary

The position involves organizing, developing, and evaluating statewide educational programs for youth, families, and communities as a tenure-track faculty member.

Salary

Agent Master's Base: $64,763; Agent Ph.D. Base: $77,350; Senior Agent Master's Base: $74,763; Senior Agent Ph.D. Base: $87,350

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree required
  • 7-10 years youth development experience
  • Engineering and technology principles knowledge
  • Volunteer coordination in 4-H field
  • Grant writing and funding acquisition
  • Statewide travel and flexible hours

Nice-to-have

  • Ph.D. preferred
  • STEM skill sets
  • Virtual education strategies
  • Underserved audience engagement
  • Logic model utilization
  • Extension work experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree minimum
  • 7 to 10 years post-undergraduate experience
  • Valid driver's license and personal transportation
  • Criminal history record check clearance
  • Ph.D. preferred but not mandatory

Work Rights

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