Posting Detail Information

Working Title22-24 Extension State Program Specialist, 4-H Animal Science

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Posting Number202400082F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$72,000-$100,000 (commensurate on academic credentials and professional experience)

Employee Benefits

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week40

Description of Work Unit

The Office of Engagement and Extension ( OEE ), in cooperation with the Colorado State University ( CSU ) colleges and other units, has general charge over the University’s educational programs and services across the areas of engaged scholarship, extension, and extended campuses, which complement and reinforce the research, teaching, and service missions of CSU . OEE is collaborative space for faculty, staff, and students pursuing and promoting community-based research, service-learning, industry partnerships, and other forms of the scholarship of engagement. In partnership with the CSU colleges and other divisions, OEE faculty and staff work throughout the state of Colorado to engage individuals and communities in the design, implementation, and application of scholarship and educational opportunities. The OEE Vice President is the principal administrative, academic, and fiscal officer for the division, reports to the CSU President, and works closely with the Provost/Executive Vice President. OEE includes over 400 employees and operates with a total budget across the enterprises of approximately $85 million. OEE is one of the most institutionally comprehensive commitments to engagement and outreach among all land-grant and other universities. Propelled by OEE’s leadership, nationally CSU is a Carnegie Engaged University (2008, 2014), is a member of the Engagement Scholarship Consortium, is an APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity University (2016) and is highly ranked for its online degree programs. CSU was established in 1870 and remains inspired by its land-grant heritage and world-class faculty, staff, and students. CSU enrolls approximately 33,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, and is the largest employer in northern Colorado with more than 7,400 faculty and staff. Colorado State University is located 60 miles north of Denver in the beautiful city of Fort Collins.

CSU Extension, organized under OEE , is the academic unit designated to promote the land-grant mission of increasing access to education through the application of university knowledge “in the several pursuits and professions in life” for the people and communities of Colorado, across the United States, and around the world. In partnership with CSU’s colleges and external partners, CSU Extension amplifies the research, teaching, service, engagement, and extension missions of CSU . CSU Extension faculty aim to educate, create, and connect with learners through inclusive, transdisciplinary, and activated engaged scholarship, and innovative, accessible, and connected lifelong education. To learn more about CSU Extension, visitwww.extension.colostate.edu.

Colorado State University campus is located in Fort Collins, the county seat of Larimer County. Fort Collins is a progressive community consisting of a population of approximately 169,000 residents situated 65 miles north of Denver on Interstate 25.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’sPrinciples of Community (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/principles-of-community/) that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement. Colorado State University encourages professional development and provides anEmployee Study Privilege (https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/other-benefit-programs/academic-privileges/) with up to nine credit hours of tuition assistance annually.

Tenure/Tenure Track?No

% Research25%

% Teaching25%

% Service40%

% Administration10%

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/12/2024

Number of Vacancies1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary

OEE invites applications and nominations for an Extension State Program Specialist, 4-H Animal Science. This is a full-time, twelve (12) month, non-tenure track Extension faculty position.Faculty rank (https://extension.colostate.edu/docs/jobs/Faculty-Rank.pdf) is dependent upon the candidate’s academic credentials and professional experience and is subject to review by the Extension Promotion Committee. The faculty appointment, evaluation, and promotion standards are centered around the three core duties of extension faculty –educate, create, and connect (https://extension.colostate.edu/docs/jobs/Faculty_Educate-Create-Connect.pdf) . Candidates are sought with interests that complement and expand upon current initiatives and education activities in OEE and CSU Extension. This position reports directly to the Extension State Program Director, 4-H Youth Development.

The primary office location for this position is on CSU Campus in Fort Collins, Colorado. While this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, the individual in this position is expected to maintain a balance establishing a presence in the primary office, to effectively carry out the duties of the position. The work schedule will vary, and occasional nights and weekend work will be necessary.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel

Required Job Qualifications

• Completed master’s degree in animal science, youth development, education, agriculture education, Extension education or a closely related field.

• 5+ years professional experience relevant to theEssential Job Duties(listed below) of this position.

• Course work and/or professional experience must provide a broad and significant understanding of the animal science and youth development areas associated with position.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience in volunteer development and management.

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Extension will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in animal science, youth development, education, agriculture education, Extension education or a closely related field.

• Knowledge of and experience with various animal science species.

• The ability to identify potential industry and community partners to expand program development and growth.

• Experience conducting program needs assessments and applying program evaluation methods.

• Teaching experience in a formal or nonformal setting.

• Successful experience developing financial support for educational programs including grant writing, fund development, contracts, or cost recovery efforts.

• High degree of subject matter competence in animal science, youth development, Agri-science, and/or community development.

• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with coworkers, youth, and volunteers with a variety of values and interests and demographics including race, ethnicities, income, and education levels.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision, manage multiple demands and set priorities.

• Ability to speak Spanish.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, allmaterials must be RECEIVED no laterthan 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Please submit the following to apply:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Special Required Documentation – Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable “Required” and “Preferred” Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately.

All applicants will be contacted approximately 15 working days after the deadline regarding their status. Next steps and interview dates will be shared to those moving forward. Four professional references will be requested of applicants that advance in the interview process. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

For questions regarding the application process, contact the Talent Acquisition office atHR_TA@colostate.edu. For questions regarding the job vacancy, responsibilities, and salary, please contact Michael Compton at m.compton@colostate.edu.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Diversity Statement

Personal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, service to the profession and/or diversity/inclusion activities.

Search ContactMichael Compton at m.compton@colostate.edu

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryEducate

Duty/Responsibility

• Conduct and facilitate high quality educational 4-H animal science programs, webinars, workshops, and meetings that respond to local and organizational needs.

• Deliver training for county, regional and state 4-H Youth Development professionals and adult program-based volunteers.

• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to develop, implement, evaluate and report impacts of 4-H youth development programming for youth and adult volunteers.

• Provide leadership and strategic planning to enhance a variety of 4-H animal science educational program opportunities for youth and adult volunteers.

Percentage Of Time25%

Job Duty CategoryCreate

Duty/Responsibility

• Create, implement and evaluate educational animal science focused programs and curriculum for youth, volunteers and 4-H Youth Development professionals that respond to local and organizational needs.

• Create and report data based on 4-H Youth Development and adult centered learning outcomes.

• Engage and collaborate with community-based organizations and diverse constituents (representative of the county’s racial, ethnic and gender demographics) to understand community needs and develop support for existing and new program efforts.

• Employ effective technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs.

• Identify resources (grants, contracts, in-kind contributions, cost recovery fees, etc.) to enhance programs, support programming efforts and practice cost recovery.

• Manage program funds in compliance with CSU and county fiscal policies and reporting requirements.

Percentage Of Time25%

Job Duty CategoryConnect

Duty/Responsibility

• Communicate and coordinate resources, research, and youth development animal science program opportunities with 4-H Youth Development, Extension and CSU professional staff.

• Develop and support strong equitable working relationships with 4-H Youth Development and Extension staff, CSU faculty, local/county agencies, community leaders and private industry organizations.

• Develop relationships and work with advisory groups and local leaders; cooperate with Extension Specialists in counties statewide, implement educational strategies, and measure and report programmatic impacts.

• Provide conflict resolution, mediation and/or facilitate dialogue with internal and external stakeholders.

• Recruit local and statewide volunteers to support state and local animal science focused events.

• Travel to and participate in meetings, professional development, state and local events, and activities.

Percentage Of Time40%

Job Duty CategoryAdministration

Duty/Responsibility

• Provide leadership to and serve as a champion for 4-H Youth Development and 4-H animal science programming.

• Manage a program budget in an effective and efficient manner.

• Identify and solicit private and foundation gifts, external grants, and county resources.

• Create and update policies and programs that support and expand statewide 4-H animal science programming.

• Be a problem-solver and apply proactive approaches, practical judgment and experience to resolve conflicts and issues.

• Assure compliance with civil rights and affirmative action policies including reaching out to underserved and underrepresented audiences.

Percentage Of Time10%

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Special Required Documentation

Optional Documents