Associate in Extension (Dewey, AZ)

The University is looking for an Associate in Extension. This advanced professional position offers an exciting opportunity to lead impactful Cooperative Extension and 4-H camping programs that serve youth and communities across the region. The role focuses on designing and delivering high-quality, research-based programming that responds to regional needs, builds life skills, and creates meaningful learning experiences. Working with a high level of independence, the position connects research to practice, evaluates long-term outcomes, and builds partnerships and funding that strengthen and sustain programs.

Serving as Camp Director for the James 4-H Camp, located in Prescott Valley, AZ, this position leads county, regional, and state-level camping experiences and plays a key role in shaping the future of 4-H youth development. Responsibilities include supervising camp programs and staff, ensuring safe and engaging environments for youth, managing operations and resources, and coordinating with County 4-H Agents and user groups. The Camp Director oversees personnel decisions, compliance and documentation, equipment and facilities, and works closely with Extension colleagues, community partners, and professional organizations to enhance the camp's reach and impact. This James 4-H Camp is located in Prescott Valley, AZ.

This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys leadership, youth development, collaboration, and creating memorable educational experiences in a camp setting.

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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Strategic Program Design and Leadership:

• Design and lead
  comprehensive extension programs that respond to complex community,
  agricultural, or socioeconomic issues across Arizona regions in assigned focus
  areas.
• Set program
  goals, strategies, and evaluation plans in collaboration with faculty,
  specialists, and stakeholder groups.
• Oversee
  coordination of multiple projects or initiatives within the broader program
  portfolio.

Advanced Outreach and Research Integration:

• Lead strategies
  for educational outreach and specialized extension workshops that provide
  evidence-based solutions to complex community challenges.
• Collaborate
  with university researchers and faculty to translate advanced research findings
  and new technologies into practical tools and programs for Arizona communities.
• Develop
  specialized instructional materials and curricula tailored to diverse audiences
  and delivery formats (for example, field days, producer meetings, family
  workshops).

Needs Assessment and Impact Evaluation:

• Design and
  conduct independent, systematic needs assessments, including regional data
  analyses, to determine strategic extension program priorities and identify
  community assets.
• Develop or
  refine methods for measuring program effectiveness and long-term impacts using
  both quantitative and qualitative data.
• Use findings to
  inform strategic planning, resource allocation, and regional extension service
  delivery.

Scholarly Communication and Reporting:

• Author and
  publish technical reports, extension publications, and scholarly articles that
  communicate research-based program results to professional peers, community
  stakeholders, and university leadership.
• Present program
  outcomes at conferences, advisory meetings, and university forums in clear,
  accessible language.
• Provide
  data-informed briefings to administrators and partners on program performance
  and regional trends.

Partnerships
and External Funding:

• Cultivate and
  advise strategic partnerships with campus units, agencies, industry groups,
  schools, and local governments to advance extension unit goals in assigned
  focus areas.
• Lead
  development of proposals to secure competitive external funding and grants to
  sustain and expand strategic extension initiatives.
• Steward funded
  projects by monitoring deliverables, timelines, and reporting requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of
  youth development principles and non-formal education practices.
• Skill in
  program design, implementation, and evaluation using research-based approaches.
• Ability to
  lead, supervise, and support staff and volunteers in dynamic settings.
• Skill in
  fiscal management, resource stewardship, and operational planning.
• Ability to
  communicate effectively, build relationships, and resolve conflicts with
  diverse audiences.
• Advanced
  written and verbal communication skills, including scholarly writing and skills
  in presenting to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to
  build and sustain strategic partnerships and to lead project teams or small
  groups of staff and volunteers.

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.
• Five 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 and the ability to travel throughout the county and state.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree related in field of youth development, education, social work, leadership, or related field.
• Program and volunteer management experience in youth development or camp-based settings.
• Supervisory experience, including planning, assigning, and evaluating work.
• Experience securing grants, contracts, or other external funding.
• Bilingual, with Spanish preferred.