Kansas State University's 4-H program seeks an Engineering and Technology Specialist to develop and implement programming in various STEM fields for youth, aiming to empower young people with leadership skills and a passion for learning.
Requirements
- Evidence of ability to effectively use established and emerging technologies as it relates to science education and youth development programming.
- Experience using organizational and logistical skills, with attention to detail, to lead, organize and evaluate youth-focused and or adult educational programs related to science engineering, technology, and mathematics topics.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership to the development of and implementation of programming in projects that fall under the engineering and technology scope of practice.
- Develop county/district, regional, and state-level resources for program implementation in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
- Provide leadership and support to the Engineering & Technology 4-H Project Partnership Team.
- Review and seek opportunities for external support through grants, contacts and special projects to determine appropriateness for the Kansas 4-H Program.
Other
- Master's degree with course work in a discipline or program related to education, curriculum development, science, agriculture, family and consumer sciences or closely related field.
- At least 3 years experience in teaching (formal or informal) and positively interacting with and managing youth and adults.
- Demonstrated personal/interpersonal skills, including effective oral and written communication skills, to teach and interact effectively with a variety of audiences including youth, Extension staff, faculty and stakeholders.
- Five or more years of professional experience in designing, conducting and evaluating educational programs for youth and adults.
- Basic understanding of the Cooperative Extension System and the land-grant university.
- Exhibit a high personal standard of excellence, be an effective team player wh le being a self-directed learner.
- Familiarity working in or with Extension programming.
- Demonstrated success in writing and securing grants with the ability to fulfill grant deliverables.
- Record of successful partnerships at community, state and/or national levels.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to meet Extension needs.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
