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North Carolina State University at Raleigh
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This is not your typical desk job! While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment atNC State University.
As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition(https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Primary Purpose of Position The County Extension Director is an employee of North Carolina State University. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total county Extension educational program. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Primary Function of Organizational Unit - Burke County Cooperative Extension North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens. Our mission is to partner with communities and local governments to deliver education and technology that enrich the lives, land, and economy of North Carolina. Burke County is a mountainous county in Western North Carolina with a population of 90,000 and has a variedeconomy that includes industrial products from technological, furniture, medical, chemical, machine component and textile manufacturers. Burke County is home to the western campus of the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics and Western Piedmont Community College. For more informatio on Burke County, please visit: https://www.burkenc.org/ For more information on Burke County Extension, please visit: https://burke.ces.ncsu.edu/ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Duties and Responsibilities The County Extension Director ( CED ) serves as the county Extension administrative leader and is responsible for administration. This is considered a county department head-level position, and the CED will be expected to perform at that level and be accountable. Close communication with the District Extension Director and the County Manager is necessary. This position requires a dynamic individual to provide visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of county citizens. The CED is responsible for maintaining an effective advisory leadership system representative of the program of work. The CED provides leadership and expertise in managing and coordinating resource development for all program areas, including fiscal responsibility for the county and state-appropriated funds, and allocated funds. Responsibilities also include marketing Extension programs and their impacts. Other Work/Responsibilities Other Work Responsibilities Other responsibilities include organizing and allocating resources, marketing the Extension program, preparing budgets, maintaining administrative relationships, interpreting and. communicating policy, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county. The ability to work with a wide range of people, staff, customers, elected officials, and volunteers is essential. The CED must maintain an effective, collaborative relationship in delivering educational programs by working closely with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, and University and Extension personnel in nearby counties. This position is responsible for coordinating staff development and training, conducting performance evaluations, and aligning staff work responsibilities. The successful candidate must have demonstrated the ability to plan, organize, and work well with people. Successful performance of the duties encompassed in the CED's job requires that the individual possess educational leadership and statesmanship qualities, habits of industry, a sense of responsibility, a genuine appreciation for the work of the individual, a high degree of objectivity, and effective oral and written communication skills. Travel within the district, as well as occasional travel outside the district, is required. Supervisory Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 6 Percent of Time Spent 30% Requirements and Preferences Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key Not Applicable Work Schedule 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday. Nights and weekends as required. Minimum Experience/Education The major responsibility of the job is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total county Extension education program.
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Position NumberW-00002279-0326
Position Type NC Cooperative Extension (EPS) Department Information Job City & State Morganton, NC Department NC Cooperative Extension - Burke County System Information Working Title County Extension Director Appointment 12 Month Recurring Job Type Full-Time - PermanentFTE 1.00
Position Information Position Overview Essential Job Duties This is an internal posting. Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. Check out this video on what it's like to work for NC State Extension. No two days in Extension are ever the same, there is always something new! Extension Agents are active in their communities and often need to meet the clients when and where they are available.This is not your typical desk job! While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment atNC State University.
Some of our benefits include:
- Paid time off
- Paid tuition
- Health Insurance
- Flexible Scheduling
- Retirement Savings
- Supplemental Benefits Programs
- WolfPerks!
As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition(https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Primary Purpose of Position The County Extension Director is an employee of North Carolina State University. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total county Extension educational program. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Primary Function of Organizational Unit - Burke County Cooperative Extension North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens. Our mission is to partner with communities and local governments to deliver education and technology that enrich the lives, land, and economy of North Carolina. Burke County is a mountainous county in Western North Carolina with a population of 90,000 and has a variedeconomy that includes industrial products from technological, furniture, medical, chemical, machine component and textile manufacturers. Burke County is home to the western campus of the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics and Western Piedmont Community College. For more informatio on Burke County, please visit: https://www.burkenc.org/ For more information on Burke County Extension, please visit: https://burke.ces.ncsu.edu/ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Duties and Responsibilities The County Extension Director ( CED ) serves as the county Extension administrative leader and is responsible for administration. This is considered a county department head-level position, and the CED will be expected to perform at that level and be accountable. Close communication with the District Extension Director and the County Manager is necessary. This position requires a dynamic individual to provide visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of county citizens. The CED is responsible for maintaining an effective advisory leadership system representative of the program of work. The CED provides leadership and expertise in managing and coordinating resource development for all program areas, including fiscal responsibility for the county and state-appropriated funds, and allocated funds. Responsibilities also include marketing Extension programs and their impacts. Other Work/Responsibilities Other Work Responsibilities Other responsibilities include organizing and allocating resources, marketing the Extension program, preparing budgets, maintaining administrative relationships, interpreting and. communicating policy, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county. The ability to work with a wide range of people, staff, customers, elected officials, and volunteers is essential. The CED must maintain an effective, collaborative relationship in delivering educational programs by working closely with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, and University and Extension personnel in nearby counties. This position is responsible for coordinating staff development and training, conducting performance evaluations, and aligning staff work responsibilities. The successful candidate must have demonstrated the ability to plan, organize, and work well with people. Successful performance of the duties encompassed in the CED's job requires that the individual possess educational leadership and statesmanship qualities, habits of industry, a sense of responsibility, a genuine appreciation for the work of the individual, a high degree of objectivity, and effective oral and written communication skills. Travel within the district, as well as occasional travel outside the district, is required. Supervisory Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 6 Percent of Time Spent 30% Requirements and Preferences Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key Not Applicable Work Schedule 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday. Nights and weekends as required. Minimum Experience/Education The major responsibility of the job is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total county Extension education program.
Other responsibilities include:
organizing and allocating resources marketing the Extension program preparing budgets maintaining administrative relationships interpreting and communicating policy, teaching, and evaluating reporting in the assigned county. The minimum requirements for the County Extension Director are either: (i) Master's degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration, and a minimum of (3) three years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience in a university or community outreach organization or program OR (ii) a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration, and a minimum of (10) ten years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience in a university or community outreach organization or program. A candidate applying with a Bachelor's degree and less than 10 years of experience must be actively enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program and confer the degree within one year of hire.Preferred:
Administrative and supervisory experience, including experience with human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations. Department Required Skills Potential candidates should have skills, abilities, or experience in the following areas: Demonstrated leadership in Extension programming andmanagement Supervisory experience Skills in human relations, negotiations, public relations, team building, managing public policy issues Securing and managing outside funding and resources to develop innovative educational programming. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Preference will be given to candidates with experience in leadership andmanagement and expertise in delivering educational programs inAgriculture, 4-H Youth Development, or Family and Consumer Sciences. Required License or Certification N/A Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No Physical Required? No List any other medical/drug tests required Recruitment Recruitment Details Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum $50,000 Internal Transfer Only Yes Recruitment Dates Job Open Date 03/27/2026 Applicant Information Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/228728 EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (- ).
- How did you learn of this opportunity?
- If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
- All County Extension Director positions require a Master's degree. Do you meet this minimum education requirement? Yes, I meet this minimum requirement. No, I do not meet this requirement.
- All County Extension Director positions require the minimum experience entry level for a County Extension Director is an Associate Extension Agent. Do you meet this minimum experience qualification? Yes, I meet this requirement. No, I do not meet this requirement.
- Do you have a minimum of three years of service with Cooperative Extension or an equivalent organization? Yes No
- Please describe your experience with the following administrative functions human resource development, fiscal resource management and external relations.