Extension Specialist, 4-h Youth Development

University of Maryland College Park

College Park, Maryland, US
Base: $64,763 - $87,350; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Youth development programs
Engineering and technology programs
Experiential learning opportunities
** The University of Maryland College Park is seeking an Extension Specialist for 4-H Youth Development to coordinate, develop, and evaluate educational programs for youth, families, and communities. The role requires significant experience in youth development and teaching, particularly in engineering and technology, and includes a tenure-track faculty position with responsibilities in research, leadership, and community engagement. **

Job Summary

  • This tenure-track faculty position is responsible for providing leadership to develop focused youth development programs in cooperation with colleagues across the state.
  • The Educator will work with Extension educators, volunteers, and youth development agencies to provide experiential learning opportunities for youth, leading to the development of life skills.
  • Responsibilities include coordinating statewide engineering and technology program support, facilitating research-based methods to increase knowledge and life skills, and securing grants and extramural funding.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Maryland College Park is seeking an Extension Specialist for 4-H Youth Development to coordinate, develop, and evaluate educational programs for youth, families, and communities. The role requires significant experience in youth development and teaching, particularly in engineering and technology, and includes a tenure-track faculty position with responsibilities in research, leadership, and community engagement. **

Salary

Base: $64,763 - $87,350; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • youth development programs
  • engineering and technology programs
  • experiential learning opportunities
  • grant writing and funding
  • stakeholder and community relations

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • 7-10 years post undergraduate experience
  • Demonstrable understanding of engineering and technology principles
  • Experience working with broad youth groups and volunteers
  • Willing to work flexible hours and travel

Work Rights

Not specified

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