97-07 Position Title and Location Extension Home Economist/Special Project - State Strengthening Program (50% FTE) Blaine County, Watonga, Oklahoma Date Available This position is available on or after June 1, 1997. Salary Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is funded by a five year grant, renewable each year, from CREES/ES-USDA. Continuation of this position is subject to the need for the position, performance, and availability of funding. Job Summary The Extension Home Economist/Special Project is a professional staff member of Oklahoma State University. Basic county responsibilities are: (1) Leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating the State Strengthening site programming plan; (2) Recruitment, supervision, and reinforcement of volunteer staff in programming efforts; and (3) Establishing of collaborative efforts among agencies and organizations which work with children, youth, and families. Office headquarters for this position are located in Blaine County. All Extension Agents hired after August 1, 1988, with only a Bachelor's degree are expected to have satisfactorily completed all requirements for a Master's degree within seven (7) years from their date of appointment. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree is required in Human Environmental Sciences or Home Economics with a Master’s preferred. Specialization in child and family development is preferred. A Master’s degree in a closely related area such as education, counseling, or social work is acceptable. How to Apply External applicants must submit a letter of interest and be in “Approved Applicant” status before consideration will be given for a vacant position. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service employees must submit a letter of interest, current resume, three letters of recommendation, and an up-to-date transcript. Send letter with appropriate attachments to: Division Personnel Office Room 235, Agricultural Hall Stillwater, OK 74078-6022 Application Deadline May 13, 1997, or as soon thereafter as a qualified and acceptable applicant is available. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicant’s materials will be considered until the date indicated, or until an acceptable pool of applicants has been identified. For telephone inquires call (405) 744-5524. E-mail: agslb@okway.okstate.edu Mission Statement The mission of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service is to disseminate and encourage the adaption of research-generated knowledge relating to agriculture, home economics, rural development, and 4-H youth development to the residents of Oklahoma. Equal Employment Opportunity: Applicants will be considered without discrimination for any non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, or disability. Oklahoma State University is committeed to multicultural diversity. Vacancy Announcements Careers in Cooperative Extension home page Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Oklahoma State University This page was created on April 23, 1997 by msc.