Extension Associate, NYS 4-H STEM Program

Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research (BCTR) College of Human Ecology

The Extension Associate (Business Title: NYS 4-H STEM and Work Readiness Specialist) will advance positive youth development across New York State with Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-H through STEM and work readiness programming, leadership, and system development. These initiatives will provide youth opportunities to experience hands-on STEM and be part of supportive relationships where youth and adults work together to create new understanding and design community solutions through investigation and design. They will help prepare youth with skills and experiences to be ready to lead, work, and thrive through today’s challenges and to shape tomorrow’s world. This position is responsible for creating comprehensive STEM and work readiness initiatives that serve 4-H youth in diverse settings including clubs, schools, after-school programs, camps, and online. Key responsibilities also include leading state youth opportunities such as the 4-H Career Explorations program and creating leadership and professional development opportunities for CCE staff and volunteers.

The 4-H Specialist will be a regular, full-time Extension Associate position and a core member of the NYS 4-H State Office in the College of Human Ecology Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research (BCTR), working in close collaboration with CCE Associations and Extension Administration, Departments in CALS and CHE, and other faculty and campus partners across the University.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

NYS 4-H creates opportunities for all youth to reach their full potential and thrive. 4-H professionals provide youth a place to belong, matter, and explore their personal sparks in meaningful relationships with adults and peers who care, challenge their growth, expand their possibilities, and share power.

Position Details

This is a one-year, full-time appointment, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and available funding. This is a fully remote position within NYS with the expectation of periodic travel to the campus and program locations.

No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance are provided for this position.

Required Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in a field related to youth development, human development, science,
• education, communications, or other related
• A minimum of five years of experience in 4-H Youth Development, Extension, or related youth
• Experience working directly with people from various socioeconomic
• Ability to develop productive working relationships as a leader and/or member of a
• Ability to cultivate & develop inclusive working relationships with youth, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including some evenings and
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this
• Employment is contingent upon successful background screening

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with youth as program collaborators and engaging youth in community service and leadership roles.
• Experience in the design and implementation of youth
• Experience with grant writing and
• Demonstrated ability to develop and follow

TO APPLY: Please click the link and upload the following required materials to be considered for the position: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/program/31434

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses) Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a candidate is selected.

The University also seeks to meet the needs of dual career couples, has a Dual Career program, and is a member of the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium to assist with dual career searches.

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Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the
• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
• Unique applicable

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