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Here you go Deb, we may have what you are looking for. . . Position Information Item Number Approved Position Title: Area Agronomy Specialist Proposed Class Code/Title: 7130 Department AC C2700 - DISTRICT DIRECTOR'S OFFICE SE Campus: DASNR Extension Position Type: Staff Exceptional working conditions: * This is an exempt position (which indicates that the position is exempt from overtime pay/comp or personal time accrual). Regular office hours are 8:00-12:00 and 1:00-5:00 p.m. According to OSU policy, a 40-hour workweek is considered minimal for exempt staff and you are expected to work hours in excess of 40 hours per week when the work load requires additional hours (to include some early mornings, evenings and/or weekends). * Requires travel within assigned district. Occasional overnight travel is required. Travel budget provided. * Must establish and maintain a domicile in the assigned Extension district. Please list the job titles and number of employees supervised. Proposed Hiring Range: Base: $45,000 Payroll Type: Monthly REQUIRED: Describe any exposure to physical danger and/or environmental hazards: Describe any physical requirements: (lifting and repetitive motions) Degree: Master's Field of Study: A least one degree in plant and soil sciences. Experience: Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience. Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses Please list any certifications, registrations, or licenses required as a prerequisite of employment. Valid driver's license. Skills, Proficiencies and Knowledge Please list the skills, proficiencies and knowledge needed to perform the essential duties of the position. * Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate effectively, and to foster a professional image of OCES by displaying a positive view of the organization both internally and externally. * Demonstrated ability to adapt well to changing priorities, situations, and day-to-day demands. * Demonstrated ability to adapt well to changing priorities, situations, and day-to-day demands. * Demonstrated ability and willingness to effectively manage time and resources. * Organizational skills including written, oral, and electronic are necessary. * A commitment to the continuation of personal professional development. * Evidence of ability to build and maintain relationships and work effectively with clientele, advisory groups, volunteer leaders, and other professionals. * Demonstrated competency and effective use of computing and computer-based communications technology. * Demonstrated leadership ability in designing, promoting, presenting, and evaluating educational programs and the desire to program to reach diverse audiences. *Background and training in forage production desirable. PREFERRED: Degree: No Response Field of Study: Experience: Previous experience in Cooperative Extension or closely related work. Hiring Official Name: Faculty Appointment Length: No Response Hiring Official Phone: Staff Appointment Length: Further Notice Hiring Official Email: Search Committee: FTE: 1.00 Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses Please list any certifications, registrations, or licenses preferred as a prerequisite of employment. Position number: 430260 Skills, Proficiencies and Knowledge Please list the skills, proficiencies and knowledge preferred to perform the essential duties of the position. Eligibility for Benefits: Full Benefits Advertised Pay Range: Please indicate the race, sex, salary and date vacating for the person leaving this position: Start date: Appointment dates: End date: Job Summary: * This position is located in Ada at the SE District Extension Office and serves the SE District. Provides educational leadership to county and district programs in the area of plant and soil sciences. * Travel required, travel budget provided. * This position participates as a cohesive team member with other area specialists, state specialists, county educators, and district staff. * Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, etc., related to equal opportunity, civil rights, and affirmative action. * Continuation of employment is based upon need, performance and funding. * OCES professionals are hired into the organization not a specific geographical location. It is possible that future circumstances may require relocation. * Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply. Department address: 314 S. Broadway Suite 202 Ada, OK 74820 Supervisor's Title: SE Dist Dir Compensation Analyst: Position Number of Supervisor: 430228 Background Check Type: Criminal History Records Check Motor Vehicle Records Check If Other, please specify: Department Preferences: Starting Pay I hereby certify that the recruitment effort followed University Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Policy. Race, color, creed, sex, national origin, veteran status, or disability was not considered among the factors which led to the choice of the person selected to fill position. Records of all recruiting efforts (Applications, personal contracts, publicity, and telephone call records) will be kept for three years. Additionally, I affirm that adequate reference checks have been conducted regarding the professional qualifications and credentials of the applicant. Major Responsibilities Percent of Duty Total:100 2 Records % of Time Responsibility / Duty 75 Programmatic Responsibilities: * Provide leadership to county educators in assessing educational opportunities, implementing and evaluating programs. * Develop and lead district-level in-service educational programs in cooperation with state and other specialists. * Conduct field research/demonstration trials in accordance with needs of educators and clientele in cooperation with county educators, other area and state specialists, and others. * Seek extramural funding for research and demonstration field trials and educator training. * Prepare educational programs and materials and train county educators in program delivery on high priority needs and issues identified for the assigned subject matter. * Encourage multi-county and inter-district cooperation in initiative programming. * Contribute to the development of written and electronic reference materials in the form of extension fact sheets, research reports and other publications, clientele handouts, educator references, and background information. * Coordinate recommendations and educational activities with state specialists. * Work with other area specialists in the annual update of OCES extension recommendations. * Review materials prepared by county educators and provide constructive criticism. * Provide input to the district director on the performance of county educators. * Provide input to the department or unit head or appropriate assistant director on the performance of state and area specialists. * Participate in youth development efforts. 25 Organizational Responsibilities: * Support the activities of the district director and district program leaders. * Maintain a close working relationship with state-level faculty, staff, and administrators in the respective subject matter department. * Maintain a close working relationship with other area specialists. * Work closely with the Director of Staff and Program Development to ensure continuity in program reporting and staff development activities. * Work closely with the Assistant Director, ANR/RD, in support of statewide and special initiatives. * Other duties as assigned. Top of Form Bottom of Form Working Conditions No Records Found Additional Responsibilities 1 Record Description Communication * practice active listening skills * demonstrate effective use of written, oral, and electronic communication * respond promptly and diplomatically to inquiry * use a variety of methods to positively promote the Cooperative Extension Service * communicate effectively with diverse audiences, other professionals, and co-workers Flexibility * demonstrate openness to new ideas * adapt well to changing priorities, situations, and demands * demonstrate ability to compromise * adapt to time and role requirements Initiative * demonstrate motivation, commitment, and dedication * follow through with projects in a timely manner * work to maintain an area(s) of expertise * take calculated and educated risks to strengthen programming * use sound judgment * use innovative programming to address changing needs of clientele Organization * demonstrate effective management of time, resources, and people * demonstrate promptness and dependability * successfully manage multiple projects Professional Orientation * exhibit honest and ethical behavior * present appropriate and professional appearance * possess and display a positive self image * accept and follow OCES policies and procedures * exhibit professional courtesy Program Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation * assist county educators in the development and implementation of a substantial and innovative Annual Timeline * present programming in a professional manner * encourage participant involvement * build rapport with program participants * deliver information in a variety of effective manners including seminars, written materials, etc. * work effectively with major commodity groups, and other agencies and organizations * serve as a resource for county program advisory committees * identify and develop programs to meet critical needs * demonstrate effective development and delivery of educational programming for diverse audiences Teamwork/Leadership * use proactive approach to problem solving * encourage creative thinking in decision making * take responsible risks and makes timely decisions * effectively use volunteer leadership * effectively use committee structures to develop and implement programs * work cooperatively with and support co-workers * work toward group achievement * build and maintain positive relationships and work effectively with clientele and other professionals Technology * demonstrate competency and effective use of computers and electronic communications technology, including social media * use technology effectively and appropriately Top of Form Bottom of Form Education and Experience LaTricia Snider, PHR, SHRM-CP Director, DASNR Human Resources Division of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources Oklahoma State University P: 405-744-5524 F: 405-744-8863 Email: [log in to unmask] http://hr.dasnr.okstate.edu/ [cid:[log in to unmask]] From: Extension Service Personnel Officers in the Southern Region [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Welch, Deb Jones Sent: Wednesday, September 27, 2017 4:24 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Announcement or documentation from other states showing MS degree required for Extension Area Specialist. Really looking for an Area Specialist announcement. I am not sure everyone has that title. It would be like a Farm management specialist in a regional position. Non-tenure. Deb Welch University of Tennessee Extension Human Resources and Payroll 2621 Morgan Circle 212D Morgan Hall Knoxille, Tennessee 37996-4525 865-974-7245 [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [https://ag.tennessee.edu/marketing/EmailLogos/UT%20EXTENSION_4c.jpg] Leading through Serving From: Extension Service Personnel Officers in the Southern Region [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Morgan,Mary A Sent: Monday, September 18, 2017 1:17 PM To: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Subject: Re: Announcement or documentation from other states showing MS degree required for Extension Area Specialist. Hi, Deb. At Florida, Extension Specialists are tenure-accruing state faculty and require a Ph.D. I could provide you with an example of a job advertisement that shows that. Is that what you’re looking for? Our County Extension Agents are also considered faculty but are permanent status-accruing. They can be hired at the Agent I level with a bachelor’s but must have a master’s to advance or be hired at the Agent III or IV level. To be promoted from Agent I to Agent II, they need to be half way through their master’s program. I can probably find several examples where we state that requirement. Just let me know what you’re looking for. Mary Anne Morgan, SPHR, SHRM-SCP Director, IFAS Human Resources 2044 McCarty Hall PO Box 110281 Gainesville, FL 32611 Phone – 352-392-4777 From: Extension Service Personnel Officers in the Southern Region [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Welch, Deb Jones Sent: Monday, September 18, 2017 11:23 AM To: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Subject: Announcement or documentation from other states showing MS degree required for Extension Area Specialist. Hello Everyone, I am searching for announcements from other states showing that you require a MS for an Extension Area Specialist preferably in the farm management area of responsibility. If you have an Extension job family documentation for compensation showing it is required that will work also. Thank you in advance for your help. See you next month!!! Deb Welch University of Tennessee Extension Human Resources and Payroll 2621 Morgan Circle 212D Morgan Hall Knoxille, Tennessee 37996-4525 865-974-7245 [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [https://ag.tennessee.edu/marketing/EmailLogos/UT%20EXTENSION_4c.jpg] Leading through Serving