Position Details

　　Position Information

　　Announcement Number FAC - VA - 24025

　　For questions regarding this position, please contact:

　　Dan Lucas at (406) 274-8969 or [email protected]

　　Classification Title Extension Agent

　　Working Title Extension Agent - Community Development and 4-H Youth Development - Powell County

　　Brief Position Overview

　　This position resides at the MSU Powell County Extension Office in Deer Lodge, Montana

　　The primary duty for County/Tribal Faculty is to assess local community needs, then to develop, implement, and evaluate Extension programming to meet those needs. The focus of this position is to provide leadership for MSU Extension Community Development and 4-H Youth Development education programs in Powell County. The successful candidate will plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs to enhance community and economic well-being, and 4-H Youth Development programming for individuals and families in Powell County. Specific areas of emphasis may include building community leadership capacity, business retention and recruitment, work toward enhancing economic vitality, and enhancing 4-H Youth Development opportunities for members, parents, and volunteers.

　　This position will conduct Extension education programming to enhance the economic, community, and leadership capacities of the communities of Powell County including Deer Lodge, Avon, Elliston, Garrison, Gold Creek, Helmville, and Ovando. The person in this position must enhance community vitality through education which may include enhancing existing business success; supporting business recruitment and retention; and assisting entrepreneurs considering new business opportunities in Powell County. Additionally, this position will work with 4-H Youth Development members, volunteers, and parents to enhance youth development opportunities in Powell County. To accomplish these goals, synergistic partnerships will be developed with communities, government agencies, boards, committees, citizen-led groups, and private organizations.

　　The MSU Extension Powell County Office also has a full-time administrative professional.

　　Faculty Tenure Track Yes

　　Faculty Rank Up to Professor

　　Position Number 4B4136

　　Department Extension Agents/Field

　　Division Extension

　　Appointment Type Faculty

　　Contract Term Fiscal Year

　　Semester

　　If other, specify From date

　　If other, specify End date

　　Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

　　FTE 1.0

　　Benefits Eligible Eligible

　　Salary MSU Extension is committed to equitable salaries. Beginning salaries are determined by an analysis of education and previous experience. Minimum base salary with Bachelor’s degree is $45,825. Minimum base salary with Master’s degree is $52,825.

　　Contract Type LOA

　　If other, please specify

　　Recruitment Type Open

　　Position Details

　　General Statement

　　We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals, foster and maintain effective interpersonal relationships, exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of students and the mission of Montana State University.

　　The focus of this position is to provide leadership for MSU Extension Community Development and 4-H Youth Development education programs in Powell County. The successful candidate will plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs to enhance community and economic well-being, and 4-H Youth Development programming for individuals and families in Powell County. Specific areas of emphasis may include building community leadership capacity, business retention and recruitment, work toward enhancing economic vitality, and enhancing 4-H Youth Development opportunities for members, parents, and volunteers.

　　Duties and Responsibilities

　　Provide leadership to local Extension staff and stakeholder groups to conduct continuous needs assessments with Community Development and 4-H Youth Development communities in Powell County.

　　Plan, implement, and evaluate research based educational programming to affect positive Community Development and 4-H Youth Development focused impacts.

　　Provide leadership and educational experiences for Powell County 4-H Youth Development Program volunteers.

　　Strengthen the impact and scope of MSU Extension Community Development and 4-H Youth Development programs in Powell County.

　　Embrace a team approach to planning, developing, and implementing the overall MSU Extension program in Powell County.

　　Practice professional development to continually improve expertise in delivering MSU Extension programs.

　　Cooperate with partner agencies and other groups that support Youth Development and Community Development.

　　Position requires frequent night and weekend work, extensive reading, frequent travel throughout the county, and occasional travel throughout the state of Montana. Position also requires using a variety of teaching methods and operating a variety of demonstration and educational equipment.

　　Will possess, or be able to obtain, a Montana driver’s license or have other means of reliable transportation.

　　Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

　　Bachelor’s Degree in Economic and/or Community Development, Business, Planning, Public Administration, Youth Development, or related fields.

　　Demonstrated ability to lead groups; assess community needs; and develop, organize, plan, teach, and evaluate effective programs.

　　Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and provide professional development to volunteers.

　　Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership to Extension programming relating to volunteers and youth.

　　Demonstrated understanding of adult learning theory and its application to community-based education and outreach.

　　Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

　　Master’s degree in Economic and/or Community Development, Business, Planning, Public Administration, 4-H Youth Development, or related fields, and/or relevant work experience.

　　Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups and help them find constructive solutions to locally identified issues.

　　The Successful Candidate Will

　　The successful candidate will possess excellent human relation skills; a high level of professionalism; the ability to work effectively with other staff members; evidence of good judgment; flexibility and innovation to respond to changing needs of people in Powell County; and will be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. The successful candidate will also have a familiarity with multi-cultural and different socioeconomic audiences, an interest in working with people from diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to the principles of diversity. Dedication to supporting and enhancing Montana State University’s initiative for diversity, equity and inclusiveness.

　　Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

　　This position, if filled at the Master’s degree level, will be tenure-track. A successful candidate without a Master’s degree will be required to complete their Master’s degree, in a program area relevant to their Extension position, within six (6) years of their start date. Failure to do so may result in termination.

　　Must possess currently or be eligible to obtain a valid State of Montana Driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record (less than 12 points), or have other reliable means of transportation. Must have access to a vehicle to use for work (mileage will be reimbursed), and have minimum vehicle liability insurance. Do NOT send a copy of the driver’s license.

　　This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

　　Physical Demands

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

　　The Program

　　The scholarship of Extension work at MSU is defined as, “The creation of partnerships, programs, and plans through Extension, or other community-based research, that leverage the knowledge and resources of the university and the public/private sector to enhance learning, discovery, and engagement; educate and engage citizens; strengthen communities; address locally identified issues and problems; apply and disseminate knowledge; and contribute to the public good.”

　　The Department

　　The College

　　Posting Detail Information

　　Number of Vacancies 1

　　Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search

　　Position End Date (if temporary)

　　Open Date

　　Close Date

　　Applications will be:

　　Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position is filled.

　　Special Instructions

　　Please note – for this position – Five (5) references have been requested.

　　Diversity Statement

　　Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/dualcareer.html

　　In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html.

　　MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/policy/discrimination/index.html.