Extension Program Specialist II

Agency

Department

Under general supervision, develop and implement educational programs and/or services that produce significant positive impacts for stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

People

• Effectively engage volunteers to improve and increase educational programming.

• Identify faculty/staff training needs and deliver or facilitate the delivery of training, employing train-the-trainer methods where appropriate.

Programs

• Work to effectively coordinate and integrate programs relevant to subject matter expertise.

• Engage with clientele and targeted audiences to prioritize issues and develop effective and relevant educational programs, products and/or services to meet the expectations of stakeholders.

• Develop effective learning environments for adult and youth audiences.

• Effectively utilize evaluations to assess program impacts.

• Produce programmatic reports which effectively document program impacts.

• Provide expertise for disciplinary, multi-disciplinary and/or interdisciplinary programming and projects of the agency.

• Evaluate the impact of regional Extension programming, including pre/post surveys, knowledge-gain assessments, and long-term outcome measures.

• Prepare an annual in-depth outcome report for at least one signature program.

• Maintain accurate documentation of events, participation, and outcomes to support program accountability.

• Regional Beekeeper Support & Technical Expertise

• Provide regional technical expertise on honey bee management, colony health, and IPM strategies.

• Work directly with beekeepers, fruit & vegetable producers, home gardeners, and other stakeholders to address management issues and provide evidence-based recommendations.

• Support and expand Extension apiary programming within the region, ensuring timely, accurate guidance on beekeeping practices.

Partnerships

• Contribute to grant proposals and execution of grants.

• Grant Writing, Resource Development & Funding Acquisition

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities from state, federal, regional, and industry sources that support honey bee education, research, and outreach.

• Assist with project development, budgeting, reporting, and communication with funders.

• Demonstrate effective working relationships with sponsors and donors, and secure and maintain support and resources for educational programs.

• Develop personal and organizational relationships with industry and other external groups to advance organizational goals.

• Contribute effectively to coordinated program efforts which extend beyond the department or unit.

• Coordinate and cooperate effectively with coworkers and partners to deliver effective educational programs and accomplish agency and departmental goals.

• Demonstrate commitment to the department, agency and discipline through service on committees and participation in activities that support these organizations.

• Establish a record of activity and recognition in professional and/or industry-related organizations that benefit AgriLife Extension’s goals.

• Collaborate with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Research personnel across centers and campus on projects related to honey bee management, pollinator health, and IPM.

• Participate in and contribute to department, district, and statewide Extension team meetings.

• Attend conferences, trainings, and professional society meetings for ongoing professional development.

• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the mission of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, the Department of Entomology, and statewide pollinator programming.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in applicable field.

• Five or more years of related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & 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.

• Knowledge and expertise in honey bee biology and beekeeping.

• Knowledge of honey bee pests, pathogens, and diseases.

• Knowledge and experience in design, implementation and evaluation of educational programs.

• Experience in conducting applied field-oriented research related to honey bees and beekeeping.

• Ability to work closely with various audiences, communicate effectively (both oral and written), and function effectively as a team member or leader.

• Plan, conduct, and evaluate applied research/demonstrations

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.