Camano Extension Coordinator - Pullman, United States - Washington State University

Description

Posted: 21-Oct-23

Location: Pullman, Washington

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty
Veterinary Medicine

Internal Number:

Camano Extension Coordinator
Available Title(s):
1132-YN_ADMINPRO – Extension Coordinator
Business Title:
Camano Extension Coordinator
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Part time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
The Extension Coordinator is responsible for providing oversight, leadership, and management of the WSU Extension Shore Stewards program in Island County, including originating and/or developing formal education programs, quarterly newsletters, community outreach, and related services. The position is responsible for assisting the Waste Wise Program Coordinator with planning and delivery of the Waste Wise program. This position provides some assistance to the Master Gardener program on Camano and is a representative for extension in the Camano WSU Extension Office. In addition to the above, Shore Steward duties also include developing curriculum, coordinating, conducting and/or evaluating the program (see details below).
In summary, the primary duty of this position is the management of the Shore Stewards program for the entire county. Secondarily, the position will assist the Waste Wise Program Coordinator in activities. Finally the position provides support for the Master Gardener Coordinator, represents WSU Extension -Island County on Camano, and staffs the Camano WSU Extension Office. This position collaborates with other Extension program staff, county staff, community partners, and other program constituents to ensure the program and activities meet guidelines/expectations/objectives/policies& procedures of WSU Extension programming under the direction of the WSU Extension Island County Director.
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within targeted counties.
• While using a private or WSU-owned vehicle for official business, must have current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in RCW and RCW
• Ability to work a flexible, yet structured schedule with occasional night and weekend shifts to meet the needs of program partners and grant requirements.
• Employment is contingent upon passing a background screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively, with persons of varying levels of responsibility and experience, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Workday.
• Knowledge of WSU Business Policies and Procedures in the areas of personnel, finance, and administration.
• Experience in higher education, local or state agency, or equivalent.

Additional Information:
Area/College: WSU Extension
Department Name: Ag & Natural Resources
City, State, Zip: Coupeville, WA 98239
Department Link:
Monthly Salary: $4,050.92 – $5,829.37
In accordance with RCW , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information, please review WSU's Administrative Professional Compensation .
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for AP staff visit: .
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FTE: 75%
Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end 1 year from date of hire. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment. Funding has been renewed successfully for several years and we expect funding to continue to be renewed.
Posting Close Date: Candidates are required to submit their completed applications no later than November 1, 2023 at 11:59pm.
Screening Begin Date: November 1, 2023
Background Check:
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application.
External candidates, please upload all documents in the 'Resume/CV' section of your application. Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of your application. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to log back in and upload/ submit any additional documents. Please ensure all required documents are submitted the first time.
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WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: ; TDD Callers: , f), or .
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