What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education, Innovation, and Support State Program Leader position at SC State Public Service & Extension?
Job Summary:
The State Program Leader for Education Innovation & Support reporting to and in collaboration with the Associate Extension Administrator: Strategically builds a strong EIS Extension team of staff and, cluster/regional Extension agents with an appointment in EIS and other related fields or program areas.
Job Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:
Engage staff and cluster/regional agents in the development, evaluation and refinement of high priority EIS educational programs and technical assistance activities; Develop educational curricula and other important resources in the EIS arena; (4) Spearhead the development of Issue-Based Action Teams (IBATs) that align with the current and emerging EIS-related needs and opportunities; (5) Develop, implement and evaluate training programs that equip Extension Agents with core skills needed to build vibrant and effective EIS signature programs; (6) Organize regular meetings and/or conference calls with the EIS Extension county/regional agents and relevant staff; (7) Communicate on a regular basis with state and Cluster leaders on key EIS matters; (8) Acquire extramural funding and fees to support the EIS Extension programs; (9) Conduct applied research in support of the EIS Extension program and remain abreast of current research and other developments in K-12 Education development; (10) Actively participate in professional activities at the state and national levels.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge managing and monitoring programmatic and operational budgets; knowledge of the history, philosophy and objectives of the 1890 Land-Grant System; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; with diverse populations, ability to recruit, train and manage paid staff as well as volunteers.
Ability to draw upon analysis of others and make recommendations that have a direct impact to operations. Must be a critical thinker who can reason through issues and provide solutions.
Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with other employees, technical staff, management, vendors and executive level staff within and outside of 1890.
Education and Experience:
Earned Doctorate in Education or a closely related area; with a minimum of seven (7) years of field based and supervisory experience; K-12 certification; previous experience as a teacher, counselor or administrator.
A minimum of five (5) years of field based experience and demonstrated experience working with diverse youth groups and families. Prior experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of Education programs.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Travel Requirements:
Overnight in-state and out-of-state travel may be required on occasion.
Application Requirements/Special Instructions:
This individual will be housed in the Campus Regional office located in Orangeburg, SC, and will provide programs and activities primarily in the Bamberg, Calhoun, Barnwell, and Orangeburg counties but will also have programmatic responsibilities as requested throughout the state of SC.
The individual must have the ability to perform duties on own initiative while receiving minimal supervision. The employee must be able to use good judgment in making decisions, exhibit a good working relationship with people, and highly dependable in planning, implementing, and reporting activities. Individual must be able to relate to diverse disadvantaged rural/urban people as well as professionals. A valid driver's license is required. Occasional overnight in-state and out-of-state travel is required.
The statements above describe the general purpose and responsibilities to this job and are not an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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