Gwinnett County Extension Coordinator (CEC)
- Employer
- University of Georgia
- Location
- Georgia, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jun 10, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Extension Services, Business & Administrative Affairs, Community Relations & Institutional Outreach
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Summary
This position is responsible for coordinating efforts of the Gwinnett County Extension staff including organizing and allocating resources, preparing budgets, maintaining relationships, interpreting and communicating policy, evaluating, reporting, and teaching in her/his assigned program area. It serves as a UGA Public Service faculty member and a member of the Gwinnett County Extension Staff. It is under the direction and leadership of the Northwest District Extension Director.
This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are required. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others including 4-H Youth and Adult Clientele is also a common and necessary function of the job. 4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Details
Posting Number
F1267P
Working Title
Gwinnett County Extension Coordinator (CEC)
Department
CAES-Northwest District CES
About the University of Georgia
The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 15 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 39,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 9,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
UGA Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 to bring research-based agricultural information to the people of Georgia. County agents and specialists throughout the state share information on issues like water quality, profitability in agribusiness, family wellness, and life skills. County agents provide soil and water test kits and instruction, advice on safe pesticide use, publications, computer programs, and lessons in consumer skills to improve Georgians’ quality of life. They are the local experts in food safety, proper eating habits, child safety, and parenting. UGA Extension coordinates 4-H, Georgia’s largest youth program. Each year, almost 200,000 young Georgians participate in community projects, summer camps, and conferences on today’s issues while having fun and learning to work together. The leadership skills and values they learn in 4-H last a lifetime. UGA Extension reaches more than 2.6 million Georgians through education programs each year. Millions more rely on UGA Extension’s publications, educational news articles, and public television programming for advice and information.
College/Unit/Department website
https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/gwinnett.html
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary
$76,000/year
Anticipated Start Date
09/01/2022
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date
06/10/2022
Job Closing Date
Open until filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
NW District
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
UGA Statement
PLEASE NOTE : On December 7, 2021, the federal District Court for the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction against enforcing the vaccine requirement for
Federal Contractors pending further review. As a result, the requirements of the Executive Order and associated guidance, including the vaccination requirement for covered contractor employees, are currently not in effect.
The University of Georgia is a Federal Contractor as defined by Presidential Executive Order 14042 and subject to the requirement that Federal Contractors must ensure that all covered employees, including those working remotely, are fully vaccinated by January 4, 2022. You may be required to show proof of your fully vaccinated status at the time of your start date, or have received a medical or religious exemption from the fully vaccinated requirement at the time of your start date. For more information regarding the Federal Contractor fully vaccinated employment requirement please visit https://coronavirus.uga.edu/executive-order/ or call (706) 542-2222.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
Public Service Professional AC
FLSA
Faculty Rank
Open Rank
Contract Type
Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
A Master’s degree in Agriculture or a related area.
Additional Requirements
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to speak to/teach large groups of residents
- Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele
- Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits
- Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication
- Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees
- Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs
- Skills in leadership and management
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
No
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
- Provide leadership in working with local leaders, advisory and planning groups, funding sources, and elected officials to develop understanding and support for all Extension programs.
- Be involved and provide documentation and input into agent performance with the Northwest District Extension Director.
- Utilize the expertise of advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs.
- Develop plans of work that are equitable in meeting the needs of the varied county socio-economic situation.
- Target specific audiences for educational programs addressing critical issues identified in plan of work.
- Develop and conduct relevant interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues.
- Collaborate with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs.
- Conduct promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming.
- Utilize current research data and information on emerging issues in program development and teaching
- Demonstrate personal interest and involvement in community by participating in and supporting civic/community activities/organizations and networking with community leaders.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this vacant position?
- UGAJobs (UGA's job board)
- Handshake
- Indeed.com
- HigherEdJobs
- A current UGA employee
- Other (please provide resource)
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
- List of References with Contact Information
- Other Documents #1
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