Extension Program Specialist III

Prairie View A&M University

Extension Program Specialist III

Job Title
Extension Program Specialist III

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Adloc Cooperative Extension Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,929.84 monthly

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

This position may pay more than the minimum proposed salary listed above, depending on experience and/or qualifications of the selected candidate.

The Extension Program Specialist will provide leadership to planning and implementation of educational outreach programs in support of county-based staff; Prepare subject matter training and educational resource materials to address needs of limited resource clientele.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop and implement training programs for use by county staff in providing Family & Consumer Sciences unit to the under-served and under-represented clientele; Analyze and interpret trends and other appropriate situational information and disseminate it for use by 1890 county personnel and committees in planning programs to meet local needs; Assist with the development of in-depth educational programs to solve significant problems and meet long-range objectives.
  
• Develop and prepare teaching materials, e.g. publications, leaflets, and other informational materials in support of the Family & Consumer Sciences area, interprets and disseminate relevant educational information from current applicable research findings, demographics and economics and public policy. Interpret and disseminate relevant educational information from current applicable research findings, demographic and economic data and public policy. Develop comprehensive model plans which address base programs, critical issues and clientele needs. Assist with development of evaluations instruments to measure program effectiveness.
  
• Develop and provide educational documents, newsletters, fact sheets, curriculum, PowerPoint presentations, and videos, to support county agents in-depth and outreach plans. Travel to selected counties to provide technical assistance and training for agents and volunteers.
  
• Other related duties as deemed necessary and appropriate.
  
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to get along with co-workers, supervisors and clientele. Performs other duties inclusive as deemed necessary.
  

Education and Experience:

• Master Degree.
  
• Ten years of related professional experience.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
  
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  

Job Posting Close Date:

• Open Until Filled
  

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.


To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PVAMU_External/job/Prairie-View-TX/Extension-Program-Specialist-III_R-063283?workerSubType=0e1cd8ed3502012ddf607157e74b7d04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed35020103f9b47257e74b7f04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed350201da3af87057e74b7c04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed35020108df607157e74b7e04

About Us
For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.








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