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Current Positions Available:

• 4-H Program Coordinator (FT)
• Taste NY Todd Hill Market Events and Promotions Assistant (PT)

4-H Program Coordinator

The Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development Program Coordinator serves as a member of the 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development team to coordinate moderately complex tasks including organizing, planning, and implementing activities and events to support the delivery of 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development programs in Dutchess County. The 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting program objectives and plans in all areas of 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development programming with emphasis on Volunteer Coordination, 4-H Clubs and Membership, after school programs, Flourishing Farmers, and other related programming. The individual will utilize existing program resources and materials and will assist in delivering educational programs as required. This position involves collaboration with administrative and finance staff to provide support and information on programs and events. This is a full-time position that will require flexibility to work some evenings and/or weekends.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent education in related field. Associate’s degree and two years’ relevant transferable program experience is acceptable.
• Strong organizational skills include the ability to create effective organizational systems and plan and manage events.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal, written and visual channels using traditional methods and educational tools, and via technology (e.g., video, audio, computers, etc.).
• Ability and willingness to use and manage social media platforms to communicate and promote programs.
• Demonstrated ability to produce and circulate materials to market programs through print, social media, and other relevant formats.
• Ability to follow procedures and written instructions, to work independently and to effectively participate in professional team efforts. Ability and willingness to collaborate with diverse audiences and create inclusive spaces.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively with varying groups of people.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which includes evenings and/or weekends.
• Ability to plan and organize work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, sound professional judgment and the ability to oversee confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel, and aptitude and willingness to learn new software systems.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework in education, agriculture, organizational systems, and/or Youth Development.
• Experience with Cooperative Extension or other similar educational organizations.
• Experience in directing and collaborating with volunteers.
• Ability to identify and develop volunteer leadership.
• Ability to initiate, plan, organize, implement, teach, and evaluate informal educational programs.
• Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.
• Spanish speaking, background, and/or training in other languages an asset.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery - 10%

• Deliver existing high quality 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development educational programs and events for youth ages 5-19 that address local 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development programming priorities.
• Assist 4-H Program Manager to organize and run events and programs which require recruitment and coordination of volunteers including but not limited to 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development Public Presentations, County and NYS Fair, Ag. Literacy Week, Fundraising events, and short programs.
• Utilize a variety of educational methods which may include direct teaching, group experiences, media, newsletters, electronic technology, internet, and distance learning to deliver programs that meet goals identified in the Plan of Work.
• Serve as subject matter resource in positive youth development strategies and volunteer involvement.
• Foster acceptance of programs, methods, and policies to address community and individual needs and consider diverse audiences through frequent contact with program participants, parents, and volunteers.
• Interact with program participants, parents, and volunteers always representing CCE in a professional manner.
• Represent CCE before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell, or other land grant universities in a professional manner as part of program delivery.
• May be involved in multidisciplinary team efforts to deliver program.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Direction - 5%

• Provide input to supervisor and/or volunteers in planning the delivery of 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development educational programs via various methods.
• Provide input to supervisor to assist in planning the delivery of the established 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development program goals.
• Provide input to supervisor, based on knowledge of 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development program needs and implementation, for planning the program budget.

Management - 10%

• Support volunteer management to ensure volunteer direction and procedures are followed according to established policies and procedures and provide guidance and resources for volunteers including recruitment, screening, orientation, training, evaluation, and management.
• Support Volunteers and 4-H members in meeting established administrative and programmatic deadlines.
• Monitor program and volunteers to ensure that educational content conforms to policies and objectives of the association and is research based.
• Assist with identifying ways to reduce costs and maximize existing resources within the Association.
• Solve problems and resolve program-related conflicts that arise within the 4-H Youth Development program utilizing appropriate policies and procedures and with supervisor guidance as needed.

Coordination/Operation - 70%

• Provide support and coordination for and with volunteer leaders, members, families, and program participants, to include enrollment, registration, training, and associated paperwork.
• Assist with the coordination, inventory, organization and preparation of materials, equipment, reference materials, etc. for a variety of 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development activities as assigned.
• Coordinate registration, set-up, and prepare resources for 4-H activities including but not limited to the 4-H in County, Regional and State programs and events, and other extension association activities as assigned.
• Provide support and coordination for various County and State Fair activities including enlistment of judges, scheduling of animal shows, staffing and coordination of volunteers for designated shows, programs, and events.
• Schedule use of space for programs for on-site and off-site activities.
• Be responsible for physically setting up program space for educational training and programs.
• Accurately collect, prepare, and maintain paperwork, participant files and database as required by supervisor, Association and funding source requirements.
• Collect needs and evaluation data from program participants based on existing framework, complete and/or contribute to required reports in manner specified by supervisor, association or funding sources by established deadlines or as requested.
• Transport youth participants, other staff, and program materials on an as needed basis in Association vehicles or personal vehicles.
• Compile and make ready teaching materials for 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development programs and volunteers applying existing subject matter knowledge.
• Maintain communication with constituents and the community through a variety of methods such as newsletters, e-mails, electronic technology, internet, phone messages, social media, website postings and content.
• Coordinate promotion of 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development by networking and volunteer recruitment efforts through public relation initiatives by providing information for preparation of reports, impact statements, and success stories on program progress and accomplishments for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others as necessary.
• Function as first point of contact for 4-H Volunteers and participants within the County.
• Prepare and submit expense reports.
• Assist in implementing a shared Association vision, building understanding around the mission and the advancement of the mission.
• Collaborate with administrative and finance staff to facilitate the effective running of 4-H programs and overall CCEDC operation.
• May provide backup and support in collaboration with the support staff team to the overall Association and other program areas as needed.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%

• In cooperation with the 4-H Youth Leadership & Workforce Development Program Manager and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that are in broad support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, collaborating with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety - Applies to all duties and functions

• Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy - Applies to all duties and functions

• Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
• Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Dutchess County policies and procedures, and Skills for Success.
• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

This is a full time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible, non-exempt position. Compensation paid at a range of $22.00 to $23.00 per hour commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Vacation, Sick and Personal time
• Paid Holidays
• NYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)
• NYS Retirement
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance
• Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance
• Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance
• Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
• Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program

Please be sure to read the Notice to Applicants found on the Jobs with CCE page:

https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs

How To Apply: Applicants (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) must apply online through the APPLY button in this job posting. Current employees of Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County are considered internal applicants and must apply online through their Workday account which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/. For details on how to apply, visit: https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs/apply

All applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume and indicate three individuals who may be contacted as a reference. Please consider indicating in your application all information you feel would be helpful for selection committee members to know. Once the application is submitted you will NOT be able to change your submission or add attachments. Be sure that you have followed all directions and requirements listed in the job posting.

All applications must be received on-line by February 27, 2025. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. For additional questions or if you require an accommodation so you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact Leah Cadwallader, Regional Human Resources Manager, e-mail LC267@cornell.edu or (845) 340-3990 x314.

Taste NY Todd Hill Market Events and Promotions Assistant

The Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County's Todd Hill Market Events and Promotions Assistant supports the Taste NY Market at Todd Hill, seasonal Outdoor Markets and offsite events. Primary responsibilities include communicating with market management and vendors, record keeping for outdoor market events using Microsoft excel, operating remote point of sale and tracking inventory used, revenue recording for events, following market safety guidelines, adhering to market rules, following prescribed promotional schedules as per the client, creating promotional material using Canva (or similar), cross promoting events with local guides and calendars, training on vendor onboarding procedure and eventually taking on light administration of the Taste NY Todd Hill program. Overlap with other store activities can be expected, mainly displays and signage, gathering vendor testimony to support the delivery of the project, light graphics work to create ads, banners, and signage, social media and blog content. Light duty restocking of product inventory from storeroom areas to retail displays and affect attractive visual merchandising when not engaged in outdoor or offsite market activities is expected. The Events and Promotions Assistant is expected to discuss Hudson Valley agriculture and local foods with customers to engage them in these areas and to provide information upon request about the food and farm products, acting as an Agricultural Ambassador to the traveling public.

The Outdoor Markets are hosted on site on Fridays from 12 pm – 4 pm May – October. The Events and Promotions Assistant must be available to work from 11 am – 5 pm on Fridays; Thursdays are also required and may have flexible hours, generally 2 – 8pm.

This is a part-time, 20 hours per week, benefits eligible position.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or High School Diploma/GED and one year of relevant experience;
• 2 years work experience in marketing, sales, retail, catering or events work.
• Availability to work on Thursdays and Fridays May – October;
• Availability to work (10) dates specified in Marketing Schedule for off-site events;
• Passable motor vehicle background check and reliable transportation;
• Ability to set up E-Z Up tent, lift up to 50#, and be exposed to outdoor conditions (spring, summer, fall).
• Ability to communicate with management, vendors and client in a professional manner;
• Demonstrated proficiency in Canva, Instagram and Facebook;
• Microsoft Office proficiency (especially Excel and PowerPoint);
• Ability to create graphics and signage using approved logos and registered trademarks.
• Ability to manage cash collection and revenue recording for events using Excel;
• Ability to work with the public;
• Ability to operate or learn to operate cloud-based point-of-sale system remotely;
• Ability to learn and use Revel Point of Sale and Inventory System;
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position;
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Microsoft Office proficiency (especially excel);
• Experience working with vendors in an outdoor setting;
• Understanding of basic marketing;
• Sign making;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks;
• Proficiency with internet-based communications;
• Knowledge of the organization, operation, philosophy and objectives of Cooperative Extension
• Knowledge of agriculture and agricultural practices.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Administrative Responsibilities:

Direction - 5%

• Provide input to assist Market Manager with planning for scheduling marketing events and surveys;

Management - 5%

• Manage vendors on-site at Todd Hill Outdoor Market according to its rules;
• Manage retail floor pricing signage with the ability to correct or recreate as needed.

Coordination/Operation - 85%

• Work with Todd Hill Market Manager and Todd Hill administrator in pre-production of editing, mailing, and tracking returned applications;
• Attract and communicate with potential vendors to increase outdoor market vendor roster;
• Create outdoor market environment using physical elements (tables, chairs, umbrellas, signs, banners);
• Coordinate promotional messaging with NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets for events and products;
• Record keeping of outreach, event dates on site, revenues, rents collected, and market anomalies;
• Create ads with graphic files using Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and others and adhering to Taste NY brand and style guidelines as set forth by NYS AGM.
• Contributes content to bi-monthly blog regarding relevant food, beverage, textile, agri-tourism;
• Work with store managers to create social media content and messaging on Facebook, Instagram;
• Coordinate promotions with store operations to change over seasonal displays and create visually interesting displays using creative tools and update signage and shelf-talkers as needed;
• Assist with promotions of agri-tourism in Dutchess County.
• Work with vendors to learn about their products and train salesclerks about those products.
• Attention to detail including proofreading one’s own work for grammatical and mathematic errors;
• Clear, concise communication with supervisor regarding workflow;
• Promote local farms, produce, food and products displayed to customers;
• Maintain a clean and safe market environment.

Professional Improvement - 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.
• Health and Safety - Applies to all duties and functions
• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy - Applies to all duties and functions

• Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers and the public.
• Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
• Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Dutchess County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.
• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

This is a part time, 20 hours per week, non-exempt, benefits eligible position. Compensation paid at the rate of $22.00 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Vacation, Sick and Personal time
• Paid Holidays
• NYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)
• NYS Retirement
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance
• Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance
• Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance
• Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
• Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program

Please be sure to read the Notice to Applicants found on the Jobs with CCE page:

https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs

How To Apply: Applicants (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) must apply online through the APPLY button in this job posting. Current employees of Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County are considered internal applicants and must apply online through their Workday account which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/. For details on how to apply, visit: https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs/apply

All applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume and indicate three individuals who may be contacted as a reference. Please consider indicating in your application all information you feel would be helpful for selection committee members to know. Once the application is submitted you will NOT be able to change your submission or add attachments. Be sure that you have followed all directions and requirements listed in the job posting.

All applications must be received on-line by March 24, 2025. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. For additional questions or if you require an accommodation so you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact Leah Cadwallader, Regional Human Resources Manager, e-mail LC267@cornell.edu or (845) 340-3990x314.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Dutchess County provides equal program and opportunities. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or qualified disability.

Last updated February 14, 2025