Job Abstract

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Associate II – Cape May for the 4-H Youth Development Program. The successful candidate is responsible for providing professional leadership and support to the Cape May County 4-H Youth Development Program targeting youth in grades K-13 (one year out of high school) and related to all 4-H Mission Mandates: Science, Engineering, and Technology; Healthy Lifestyles; and Civic Engagement (4-H club and teen leadership)Among the key duti... more details

Program Associate II - Cape May

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Program Associate II - Cape May
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	4-H Youth Development
Overview	The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) is an integral component of Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Associate II – Cape May for the 4-H Youth Development Program. The successful candidate is responsible for providing professional leadership and support to the Cape May County 4-H Youth Development Program targeting youth in grades K-13 (one year out of high school) and related to all 4-H Mission Mandates: Science, Engineering, and Technology; Healthy Lifestyles; and Civic Engagement (4-H club and teen leadership) Among the key duties of the position are the following: Program plans, implements, and evaluates educational programs (including implementation and support of needs-based culturally and academically relevant programs that target underserved audiences). Utilizes a variety of delivery modes (including 4-H clubs and community outreach programs); volunteer development and leadership. Programs marketing and public relations. Creates and supports needs based culturally relevant programs that target underserved audiences. Actively participates in appropriate departmental, Rutgers Cooperative Extension, School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, University and County administrative functions.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	48372.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	60147.000
Annual Maximum Salary	71921.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education, human/youth development, sociology, science, and/or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses	Ability to travel statewide and beyond and have a valid driver’s license.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team member with external and internal stakeholders. Experience in managing people and evidence of effective human relations skills. Proficient in public speaking and written business-level communication. Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills (oral and written). Experience in working with diverse audiences/clientele – evidence of effective human relations skills and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse clientele. Initiative and creativity – the ability to start and complete a project with minimal supervision; self-directed. Flexibility – ability to work daytime, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Personal organization skills – the ability to set priorities and manage multiple job tasks. Demonstrated highly proficient computer skills. Selected candidates must agree and authorize the University to conduct a complete background investigation.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience or course work in youth development programming, volunteer management, working with diverse audiences, and/or collaboration/coalition building. Bilingual in Spanish and English (read, write, speak). Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking will be assessed as part of the interview process. Grantsmanship and other resource development. Agricultural and/or animal science education. Marketing/public relations skills.
Equipment Utilized	Computer, printer, and related software including but not limited to Microsoft Office suite and 4-H Online in collaboration with ES237 reporting system. Highly proficient computer skills required. Email for communications and research. Equipment related to teaching (laptop, LCD projector, flash drives, Bluetooth, etc.) Working knowledge of current and changing electronic technology.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Ability to carry demonstration supplies, presentation equipment, and class materials. Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST1325
Posting Open Date	06/07/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Off Campus
City	Cape May
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education, human/youth development, sociology, science, and/or equivalent combination of education and/or experience?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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