Extension Agent, Family and Community Wellness/Eddy and Foster Counties - (2951795)

Position Information

Description & Details :

Transform people’s lives. NDSU Extension empowers North Dakotans to improve their lives and communities through science-based education.

Lead dynamic family and community wellness Extension programs in Eddy and Foster Counties of North Dakota.

About Us :

More information about NDSU Extension can be found at :

Location :

This agent will split their time between the NDSU Extension Eddy County office, located in New Rockford, ND and the Foster County Extension Office, located in Carrington, ND.

Life in both communities are enhanced by the preservation of local history and the enjoyment of today. These communities combine agriculture, industry, history, civic activities, recreation and countless other events for a wholesome and fulfilled lifestyles, making either an ideal place to raise a family.

New Rockford and Carrington are within 17 miles of each other. Both are centered between North Dakota’s four largest cities.

These communities are located approximately 150 miles from Fargo, 135 miles from Bismarck, which is the state capital, 125 miles from Grand Forks, and 120 miles from Minot.

Devils Lake is just about 40 miles to the north and Jamestown 60 miles south. This puts New Rockford and Carrington in close proximity of multiple airports, retail shopping centers and entertainment hubs.

Work Schedule :

• Monday through Thursday, 7 : 30 a.m. 4 : 00 p.m.
• Friday, 7 : 30 a.m. 1 : 00 p.m.
• Some weekend and evening work required

Advertised Salary :

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in human development, family and consumer sciences, education, health and nutrition, gerontology or a related field, OR a bachelor’s degree with work experience related to the position or a related master’s degree.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals, groups and through mass media.
• Ability to conduct oneself professionally, be self-directed in the work environment and work flexible and extended hours.
• Ability to use technology for communication, information finding, program delivery, and reporting.
• Familiarity with various ethnic and socioeconomic audiences, an interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in youth / human development, family and consumer sciences, education, gerontology, health and nutrition, or a closely related field.
• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
• Experience in designing and delivering educational programs.
• Recent Extension work experience.
• Working knowledge of and experience with 4-H and / or other youth programs.
• Experience with problem solving and conflict management.

Applicant Materials Required :

• Cover letter including how you may meet any or all minimum and preferred qualifications.
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts
• Include three professional references in application reference section
• Screening will begin 9 / 27 / 24 and continue until filled

Benefits :

NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire.

Other benefits include : wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay.

Optional benefits include : supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

No Smoking Notice :

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. 23-12-10.

EO / AA Statement :

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression / identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Diversity Statement :

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another.

NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation.

Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran’s Preference Notice :

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information :