Position Description

This position has statewide responsibilities with primary leadership for and oversight of approximately half of the Extension Educators in the state, as well as the Extension Educators and Specialist within the state 4-H Office. Approximately 80 percent of the appointment is allocated to provide leadership for personnel and programs associated with UW Extension’s 4-H Youth Development Focus Area Team.  The responsibilities of this position include supervision of all the UWE Educators in the 4-H Youth Development Focus Area, and the associated evaluation of their performance in developing, delivering and evaluating educational programs to meet community needs. UW Extension Focus Areas include: Community Vitality and Health, Agriculture and Natural Resources, and 4-H Youth Development. This position will also provide administrative guidance and support to interdisciplinary Program Development and Assessment teams and other collaborative educational efforts aimed at the newly envisioned UW Extension Grand Challenges. This position also works closely with county coordinators and other Extension Educators to build effective and supportive relationships with county government and other partners. This position demands a high level of computer proficiency.

Approximately 20 percent of the appointment is directed to conduct state-level administrative duties as assigned by the director, provide leadership for special projects and committees, engage with other UW units to enhance service to Wyoming communities, and serve on regional and national USDA NIFA committees relevant to Wyoming’s Extension mission.

PLEASE NOTE:

Duties of this position often include physical activities associated with experiential learning. The University of Wyoming is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and employees with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations.

University of Wyoming Extension

Full Time