Extension Specialist, 4-h Youth Development

UMCP (University of Maryland)

College Park, Maryland, US
Agent: master's base, $64,763; ph.d base, $77,350,...
4-h engineering and technology programs
Experiential learning opportunities
Research-based methods
The University of Maryland Extension (UME) is seeking an Extension Specialist to organize, develop, implement, and evaluate statewide educational programs for youth, families, and communities, focusing on life skills development through experiential learning

Job Summary

  • The University of Maryland Extension (UME) is seeking an Extension Specialist to organize, develop, implement, and evaluate statewide educational programs for youth, families, and communities, focusing on life skills development through experiential learning.
  • This tenure-track faculty position involves coordinating 4-H engineering and technology programs, incorporating AI and academic pathways, and facilitating research-based methods to increase knowledge and life skills.
  • Responsibilities include securing grants, developing collaborations with campus colleges, providing leadership for committees, and performing teaching, scholarship, and service requirements of a faculty member.

Matching Summary

The University of Maryland Extension (UME) is seeking an Extension Specialist to organize, develop, implement, and evaluate statewide educational programs for youth, families, and communities, focusing on life skills development through experiential learning.

Salary

Agent: Master's Base, $64,763; Ph.D Base, $77,350, Senior Agent: Master's Base: $74,763; Ph.D Base, $87,350; Benefits: For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 4-H engineering and technology programs
  • experiential learning opportunities
  • research-based methods
  • needs assessments and outreach
  • grant and extramural funding

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative relationships
  • limited resource audiences
  • distance and virtual education

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • 7-10 years post undergraduate experience
  • Demonstrable understanding of engineering and technology principles
  • Ability to coordinate volunteer lead support groups
  • Leadership and management abilities
  • Excellent research and teaching skills
  • Experience working with broad youth groups and volunteers
  • Willing to work flexible hours and travel
  • Personal transportation and valid driver's license
  • Criminal History Record Check required

Work Rights

Not specified

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