Extension Professional II (Casa Grande, AZ)

The Extension Professional II supports the AgVentures 4-H Program based at the Maricopa Agriculture Center (MAC), delivering hands-on STEM and agricultural education to elementary students visiting the MAC farm for field trips. This position also brings 4-H STEM and agricultural programming directly into elementary classrooms throughout Pinal County, working alongside part-time instructors and volunteers to provide engaging, curriculum-aligned instruction. The role includes maintaining classrooms, teaching materials, and farm learning spaces in good working order to ensure a safe and effective learning environment for all visiting students.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Program Development
and Implementation:

• Develop and
  implement standard extension educational programs, delivered through county and
  regional extension offices, in assigned focus areas using established researchbased
  approaches.
• Adapt curricula
  and teaching methods to fit local audiences (for example, youth, producers, or
  families) while maintaining core program content.
• Coordinate
  schedules, locations, and resources for programs offered at multiple community
  sites.

Community Needs
and Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate
  with local stakeholders and advisory groups to identify community needs related
  to assigned focus areas.
• Participate in
  needs assessments using simple surveys, listening sessions, and review of
  existing data.
• Translate
  stakeholder input into recommended program adjustments or new initiatives
  within assigned areas.

Program Evaluation
and Improvement:

• Collect and
  analyze participation and outcome data for extension programs to assess
  effectiveness against goals.
• Interpret
  results and recommend changes to content, delivery methods, or outreach
  strategies to improve program quality and reach.
• Prepare
  evaluation summaries and contribute narrative sections for internal and
  external reports, including grant reports.

Community Engagement
and Education:

• Provide advice
  and guidance on effective ways to engage Arizona communities in extension
  programs, including strategies for reaching underserved audiences.
• Facilitate
  extension workshops, training sessions, and demonstrations in assigned topics
  to build participant knowledge and skills.
• Represent the
  extension program at community events and meetings, helping build and maintain
  relationships that support ongoing engagement.

Operations, Resources,
and Mentoring:

• Manage program
  resources for assigned extension programs, including materials, limited
  budgets, and schedules, to meet established objectives.
• Provide
  guidance and informal mentoring to extension assistants, student workers, and
  volunteers to support consistent, highquality program delivery.
• Support
  marketing and promotion of programs through digital media, newsletters, and
  other communication channels.

Knowledge,
Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to
  maintain classroom management while instructing field trip groups in a
  classroom or farm setting.
• Knowledge of
  general landscaping and groundskeeping practices to maintain the farm area.
• Knowledge of
  STEM and agricultural education concepts appropriate for elementary-age youth.
• Skill in
  developing and delivering engaging, hands-on lessons to different groups of
  students.
• Ability to
  communicate effectively with children, teachers, volunteers, and parents.
• Ability to work
  collaboratively with part-time instructors and volunteers.
• Skill in
  organizing and maintaining classroom materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Ability to
  adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and group sizes.
• Basic knowledge
  of farm equipment, tools, and safety practices.
• Ability to
  lift, move, and set up materials and equipment for field trips and programming.
• Strong
  organizational and time management skills to coordinate multiple school groups
  and schedules.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Three (3) years
  of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.