Extension Agent - Health (Jackson, Calhoun, and Matagorda Counties)

Job Title

Extension Agent - Health (Jackson, Calhoun, and Matagorda Counties)

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service

Department

County Program D11

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Edna, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Description Summary

The Extension Agent, under general supervision, implements and plans educational programs and activities in assigned program areas. Supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities in program areas for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Shares in the responsibility for extension program development, information and data input, and organization maintenance.

• Assists appropriate Extension program area committees in developing specific plans to reach annual and/or long-range goals.

• Assumes leadership responsibility in implementing planned educational programs and activities in assigned program areas.

• Supports and assists in the implementation of educational programs and activities for which other staff members have assigned leadership responsibilities.

• Uses a variety of appropriate educational methods, techniques, activities, and materials in conducting educational programs.

• Identifies, recruits, and trains local volunteers enabling them to effectively perform their duties in committees, clubs, and organizations.

• Works with and supports Extension-sponsored groups toward achieving increased participation and strengthening programs.

• Uses appropriate evaluation techniques to determine the progress of program activities in reaching desired objectives and uses evaluation findings and target audience participant suggestions in making program revisions.

• Maintains appropriate communications with county, district, state, and administrative staffs to facilitate full understanding of the county program.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.

Required Knowledge Abilities and Skills:

• Supervisory skills.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

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.