The Ohio State University Extension Educator will work collaboratively with county, center, areas and state teams of Ohio State University (OSU) Extension professionals and with local agency leaders and volunteers to provide leadership for Agriculture and Natural Resources programming targeted to local and area needs.
The Educator will utilize appropriate methods, both formal and informal, of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities of local community.
Participate in community collaborations focused on local needs.
They will design, implement and teach educational programming, based on these needs, to groups and individuals comprised of adults and/or youth.
The Educator may be required to replicate and adhere to existing programs that meet the needs of their local community.
Responsible for designing new resources to further learning within implemented educational programs.
The Educator will develop promotional material, lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of the program goals.
The Educator evaluates educational programs and dissemination methods, as well as, utilize existing evaluation instruments to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, program quality and results of local programs.
Actively participates in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding and is responsible for the management of the program's county budget.
The Educator will hold leadership roles in county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision and values of both Ohio State University Extension and Agriculture and Natural Resources.
The Educator will identify, recruit and develop the volunteer leadership necessary to carry out relevant parts of their programming.
The Educator will give leadership to the Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) program in Ashtabula County, including providing volunteer management, educational training and program development.
The Educator will provide Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist training programs in the county.
The Extension Educator will engage in professional development activities that lead to the development of a specialty area in Agriculture and Natural Resources and participate in appropriate in-service opportunities.
This position is located in Ashtabula County, Ohio.
Extension Educator 1
Requires a Bachelor's Degree
38,004-48,000
Extension Educator 2
Requires a Master's Degree
43,500-53,508
Extension Educator 3
Requires a Master's Degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience
51,000-63,036
The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications.
Resume and cover letter, specific to the posting, are to be included at time of application, include months and years worked for each employment listed.
Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources.
Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package
Career Roadmap language:
• Function: Education
• Sub-Function: Extension Educators
• Career Band: Individual Contributor – Specialized
• Career Level: S1, S2, S3, S4
Regular 40 First Shift