Posting Number

req13922

Department

Santa Cruz County Office

Department Website Link

https://extension.arizona.edu

Medical Sub-Speciality

Location

Outside of Tucson

Address

489 N Arroyo Blvd., Nogales, AZ 85621 USA

Position Highlights

Santa Cruz County Extension Director, Associate/Full Agent, Continuing/Continuing-Eligible. The primary purpose of this programmatic position is to provide leadership in research-based education to increase the knowledge, skills, and effectiveness of agricultural producers and citizens and provides education to solve problems and improve the quality of the lives of the citizens of this county. Primary programmatic duties will be determined by the successful candidate's area of expertise in Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences or 4-H Youth Development. Collaborative projects with county, regional, and state faculty will be expected.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Administrative

• This position includes administrative responsibility as County Extension Director and will represent Arizona Cooperative Extension at county and state levels. This includes attending college and county level department head meetings, negotiating county budgets, interfacing with Extension Advisory Board and other community groups, assuming responsibilities of vacant county positions, and resolving issues of concern with volunteers and community partners. Additional responsibilities may be deemed necessary and assigned by the College and/or Extension administrators.

2. Program Development

• Conducts a systematic analysis of national, Arizona, and county data, local resources, and historical information in order to identify community assets, program needs, and teaching opportunities.
• Identifies resources (grants, contracts, in kind contributions, etc.) to enhance agriculture and natural resource programs.
• In cooperation with community groups, local leaders, Extension advisory groups, and other Extension professionals, develops an annual Plan of Work.
• Consults with Extension faculty, Experiment Station researchers, and other experts in the development of educational programs, applied research, and scholarly works.

3. Program Implementation

• Conducts creative programming and utilizes new technology that may include problem solving research to address priority needs of the target audiences.
• Participates in statewide working groups to develop new and creative programming efforts.
• Prepares educational material, evaluation instruments, teaching materials, and publicity information in support of state, county, and community initiatives.
• Functions as a resource for other agencies and organizations. Promotes interaction and cooperation among various groups.
• Disseminates educational materials through county wide and/or multi-county events, workshops, websites, newsletters, and other mass media methods, use of volunteers, and other methods.
• Provides for recruitment, training, and recognition of volunteers and assists them in the conduct of educational programs as appropriate.
• Promotes communication and teamwork with county and state Extension, other faculty and youth professionals.
• Promotes Cooperative Extension as the outreach arm of the state land-grant university.

4. Program Results

• Evaluates and documents results and impacts of educational programs.
• Communicates program results to both professional peers and clientele through periodic reports, scholarly works, and various types of publications (e.g., bulletins/fact sheets, popular articles, state publications, scientific articles, social media, video, and computer programs).
• Collaborates with the peers to evaluate program effectiveness and personal achievements as an Extension faculty member.

5. Professionalism

• Maintains professional competence through study, participation in professional activities and the application of knowledge and skills on the job.
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards, and is loyal to Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona.
• Promotes public understanding and support for Extension and University programs.
• Performs as a collegial member of Arizona Cooperative Extension.

Minimum Qualifications

• Position requires at least a Master's Degree to perform job duties.
• Three or more years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

Rank

To be Determined

Tenure Information

Continuing Track (C/CE)

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Agriculture and Extension

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$64,000 to $72,000 DOE + $8,000 stipend

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required:

Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

7/10/2023

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Jennifer Gardner Smith
jmgardne@arizona.edu

Open Date

3/7/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume, Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicant

In addition to a resume and cover letter, please submit three written reference letters as the additional documents.

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.