Extension Agent (CED, Harris County)

Job Title

Extension Agent (CED, Harris County)Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Adloc Cooperative Extension Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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. The areas of focus are small business development, business contracting, agribusiness development, community resources, business financing, home ownership, or community organization development. The work location for this position is 13105 Northwest Fwy Suite 1000, Houston, TX 77040.

This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.

Responsibilities:

• Regularly deliver Community and Economic Development (CED) community-based educational programs through a wide variety of teaching methods at sites throughout the geographic area served. Provide general assistance to entrepreneurs, small business owners, agri-businesses, and land owners on financial resources, business planning, marketing, budgeting, efficient agri-business practices, and business development issues. Provide general information on grant writing procedures and funding agencies available to non-profit organizations.
• Plans and implements appropriate impact evaluations and reports to document program effectiveness. Develops plans of work based on ongoing assessment of community needs. Develops and follows a personal plan for professional development in the area of community resource development.
• Works with county and regional economic development agencies to incorporate local county needs into economic development plans programs, and strategies. Collaborates with non-profit community organizations, agencies, key stakeholders, civic groups, local governments, and other Extension staff in the region to provide a broad array of integrated and multicounty programs. Collaborates with County Extension staff to present a unified and coordinated County Extension program effort.
• Assists in the marketing and promotion of the Community and Economic Development Systems Unit by participating in internet radio blogs on various small business and community topics, mass media interviews (when appropriate) and participating in Extension publications on community and economic development topics.
• Participates and assists in college-wide events, activities, committees and performs other duties as deemed necessary.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• No prior experience required for positions that are not designated as an urban county. Positions for designated urban counties require three (3) years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Technical competence in appropriate subject matter and the ability to apply this knowledge to the solution of problems.
• Understanding of the learning and development processes of youth and adults.
• Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods to provide effective learning experiences.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Job Posting Close Date: 

• 11/01/2024

Required Attachments: 

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional. 

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines: 

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. 

The required documents listed in the above “Required Attachments” section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. 

Background Check Requirements: 

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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