Regional Extension Educator - Natural Resources Management and Utilization

University of Minnesota Extension ServiceRegional Extension Educator -- Natural Resources Management and UtilizationRegional Center at Rochester, MinnesotaThe full-time Regional Extension Educator will design, implement and evaluate educational program primarily for private woodland owners, their families, and communities. Required qualifications include: a completed Master's degree at time of appointment with at least one degree in forestry or a closely related field; excellent oral and written communication skills; the ability to design, deliver and evaluate research-based educational programs; evidence of skills in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders; ability to use technology for communication, information finding, program delivery and reporting; demonstrated ability to work effectively with new and diverse audiences, and audiences historically underserved by Extension. Commitment to ongoing professional development.Preferred qualifications include: coursework in wildlife management, adult educational methods and geographic information systems; and experience in forest management, wildlife management, ecology and/or adult education.Submit a written narrative stating why you are interested in the position, your vision for an outreach program in forestry, and a description of how your experience, qualifications and professional interests relate to this position; resume or vita; three current letters of reference; and transcript(s) for all college work (unofficial transcripts are acceptable), to: Extension Human Resources, 260 Coffey Hall, 1420 Eckles Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108; Phone: (612) 624-3717; Fax: (612) 624-7749; E-mail:babva001@umn.edu.Position will remain open until filled. Initial review of applications will begin August 12, 2004. Approximate starting date: October 2004. To obtain a complete position announcement download from Web at www.extension.umn.edu/units/director/hr/positions.html or call (612) 624-3717.

University of Minnesota, Extension Service

Extension Regional Center, University of Minnesota Campus, Rochester, Minnesota

Deadline: 2004/08/12

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