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Type of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Department: Family & Consumer Science * Assistant Vice President

Department\'s Website: uaex.uada.edu

Summary of Job Duties: Facilitate peer to peer coaching, individually and/or with groups with new and mid-career agents.
Assure training and peer coaching is provided to:

• Assist agents in learning program planning techniques
• Learn effective implementation techniques that may include demonstration methods, discussion groups, prepared talks using evolving technologies
• Teach effective program evaluation techniques
• Use of evaluation data to write effective impact statements

Work with new agents (5 years or less) to help them access training unique to less tenure and any agent needing guidance in a specific area. It could include:

• Effective leadership techniques in working with AEHC, Advisory groups and other stakeholder groups. Identify the agent\xe2\x80\x99s role with these groups.
• How to answer client questions in a timely manner by identifying where to find the answers or re-directing the client to an expert in another agency, etc.
• Program Visibility techniques.
• Working effectively with your county team.
• Building Community Partnerships.
• Adapting programs to different audiences.
• Using Extension websites, constant contact, and social media assets.

Facilitate training to assure new agents understand the importance of reaching a diverse audience that is indicative of the county\xe2\x80\x99s population.
Communicate with District Staff and Supervisor any technology, curricula, demonstration supplies, etc. needed by new agents to assure their success.
Identify future in-service training needs that can be mainstreamed into the annual in-service training process.
Serve on Division and Extension Committees as assigned. Participate in professional and organizational development.

Qualifications:

A Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Family & Consumer Sciences or related field is required.

Additional Information:

For assistance with the application or to provide additional documentation after submitting the application, please email

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information: Nina Roofe, nroofe@uada.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University\'s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: Driving

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits Eligible: Yes

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