Extension Educator
Salary Range: $51,000-$55,000 (This is a salaried, not hourly, position.)
Application Deadline: November 12, 2024
Projected Start Date: December 2, 2024 - January 6, 2025
Locations and Percentage Times (Position works in county area. City notes the location of the
office.)
Ramsey County (St. Paul) 100%
Hennepin County (Eden Prairie) 100%
About the Position: The 4-H Extension Educator positions are a community-based academic
professional of the University of Minnesota Extension. These positions are a link between the
University of Minnesota research and Minnesota residents by creating learning opportunities that
address local needs. These positions primarily work with adults to lead, manage and steward the full
range of 4-H Youth Development programming in the county/tribal community.
4-H Extension educators work collaboratively with youth, families, volunteers, community partners,
and University faculty/staff to reach two overarching program goals:
1) Youth will learn by developing a passion in their areas of interest;
2) Youth will lead by being innovators and social change agents. 4-H Extension educators lead
program quality, growth, retention, and impact while ensuring potential and current participants have
full access to programs, services, and facilities.
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
Program Development, Delivery, and Engagement
Volunteer Systems
Program Operations
Communication and Reporting
Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree at time of hire in fields related to but not limited to
education, social sciences, family and consumer sciences, sociology, psychology, and agriculture.
Degree must be completed by the start date. Experience (paid or unpaid) leading, teaching, and/or
managing programs for youth. Experience effectively interacting with people from various cultural
backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender,
disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity. Demonstrated ability to manage
multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality of work and working with
minimal supervision. Evidenced ability to effectively communicate in English using oral and written
communication methods (e.g., business correspondence, publications, presentations, web, and
social media).
Preferred: Two (2) or more years of post-bachelors degree experience relevant to youth
development, program development, and/or volunteer systems development. Evidenced knowledge
of youth development theory and practice (e.g., college coursework, volunteer training) Experience
designing, developing, delivering, and/or evaluating high quality, culturally relevant, educational
programs. Experience recruiting, guiding, and/or supervising volunteers, including volunteer boards,
and/or staff. Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts. Proficient use of technology for
communicating, locating information, and monitoring trends to design, deliver, evaluate, and report
programs. Evidenced ability to work cooperatively with community partners or local governments to
address educational needs. Experience teaching youth and/or adults in a non-formal setting.
Experience organizing and managing events and activities. Experience planning and applying
relevant organizational policies, procedures and regulations (e.g., creating safe environments,
financial practices).
Appointment/Salary The positions have an annual University academic professional appointment as
Assistant Extension Educator, Job code 9625ST. The appointment is reviewed for renewal annually,
with continuation dependent on performance, results, availability of county funds, and program
needs. Internal promotion is available. Meeting the promotion policy criteria to achieve promotion is
expected. Salary commensurate with education and experience, estimated starting salary is $51,000
- $55,000 for a 100% time position. This is a salaried, not hourly, position. Reimbursement for travel
and subsistence is available in accordance with University policy.
Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work
environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life
balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs
supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending
accounts, University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
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About Extension and 4-H University of Minnesota Extension is a major outreach arm of the
University of Minnesota with a mission to serve the public through applied research and education.
Our mission is to make a difference by connecting community needs and University resources to
address critical issues in Minnesota. Extension strives to attract and retain high-quality, passionate
employees, and weave diversity, equity and inclusion into all aspects of Extensionýs programming
and employee engagement https://extension.umn.edu/. University of Minnesota Extension
Department of Youth Development works in partnership with communities to build engaged young
people who are ready to learn and lead in a global society. Using youth development methods and
principles that are based on experiential learning and proven to result in positive youth development;
we foster sustainability and resilience by building community-wide knowledge, capacity, and
networks that support the healthy development of youth. Our audiences include: youth grades K-13
living in urban, suburban, rural, tribal, and online communities; volunteers, youth workers, and
partners who deliver positive youth development programming; and, agencies, organizations, and
groups that affect the lives of youth.
Employment Requirements: Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of
a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here.
Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. Diversity The
University of Minnesota and Extension recognize and value the importance of diversity and inclusion
in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.
The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and
backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs,
facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age,
marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity,
or gender expression.