Extension Educator-Fixed Job no: 1002792 Work type: Extension, Faculty/Academic Staff Major Administrative Unit / College: Michigan State University Extension Department: Extension Community Food And Environment 10058942 Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: Flint, Genesee Categories: Agriculture, Education/Training, Advising/Counseling, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union Working/Functional Title Integrated Water Resources Educator Position Summary Michigan State University Extension is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive organization, which requires all staff to contribute towards a vision for success. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our work, regardless of title or position within the organization. POSITION SUMMARY As part of MSU Extension (MSUE) and the Community, Food and Environment Institute (CFEI), this position provides local as well as statewide leadership and educational programming expertise in water resources management. This position will have statewide responsibilities and will collaborate across work teams, institutes, and community groups, working with faculty, specialists, and educators for overall advancement of the needs of the Institute clientele. In this position, you will identify, design, implement and evaluate research-based educational programs that meet current and projected outreach needs related to sustainable water resources management. You will work with local partners and other MSU faculty and staff to support programming that could address the following topics: economic development aspects of water infrastructure, regional water infrastructure planning and management, and educational efforts delivered through a lens of “One Water”. Your work will include close collaboration with colleagues at MSU and MSU Extension, as well as the diverse network of partner groups that include the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Water Resources Division and other applicable departments and units across campus. This position is a full-time, fixed term end-dated appointment, renewable annually based upon successful performance and continued funding. Characteristic Duties/Responsibilities Identify, develop, conduct, and evaluate innovative educational programs that meet current and projected statewide needs. Develop and maintain positive working relationships intra- and inter-organizationally. Collaborate with MSU Extension staff to gather and report programming outputs and impacts. Communicate and interact with community groups to evaluate the needs of the clientele. Serve as an information resource to clientele, partners, and Extension staff. Understand and support the Community, Food and Environment Institute’s efforts in diversity, equity, inclusion and Civil Rights. Author, produce and submit regular research-based educational materials and articles. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to limnology, water resource management, environmental science, civil engineering, or related field must be earned by date of hire. Demonstrated ability and skill in educational program planning, implementation, and evaluation. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Ability to travel in local and surrounding communities. Other skills and/or physical abilities required to perform duties of the position. Required Application Materials Current resume/CV. Cover letter. Four (4) professional references including two (2) current or previous supervisors. Special Instructions This position is a full-time, fixed term end-dated appointment, renewable annually based upon successful performance and continued funding. Advertised: Nov 15, 2024 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: Jan 27, 2025 Eastern Standard Time J-18808-Ljbffr
