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Title of Position: Parenting Educator Credential Coordinator 

Details of Position: F/T, 40 hrs/wk, $20.00/hr

Location of Position: CCE Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NY

Key Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for the oversight, implementation, and marketing of the Parenting Educator Credential program. 
• Work with the Executive and Steering Committees, as well as relevant workgroups, to implement best practice strategies and recommendations. 
• Be responsible for the credential application process, recruitment and training of Parenting Educator Credential mentors, and promoting the Parenting Educator Credential and the importance of quality parenting education throughout NYS. 
• Further develop and grow the New York State Parenting Educator Credential program. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education (Associate’s Degree and 2 years of transferrable program/functional experience) in education, human services, or related field.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Knowledge of credentialling systems.
• Must begin the Parenting Education Credential process within the first six (6) months of hire; and complete within two (2) years of hire.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements. 
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position by October 17, 2024.

Review the Parenting Educator Credential Coordinator job description.

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Title of Position: CARE 4-H Wellness Educator 

Details of Position: F/T, 40 hrs/wk, $21.50/hr 

Location of Position: CCE Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NY 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide both youth and family education using pre-approved lesson plans and curricula, specifically for households in the Watertown area and the Fort Drum Military Installation. 
• Coordinate, collaborate, design, and provide adult-supervised research-based programs for 200 youth between the ages of 10-13 annually. 
• Recruit, train, and support 4-H volunteers to provide 4-H Club programming. 
• Programming may take place afterschool, on weekends, during school breaks, and in the evenings, within the 40-hour work week (schedule may vary from week to week). 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education (Associate’s Degree and 2 years of transferrable program/functional experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Experience with positive youth development programming such as 4-H,
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements. 
• Ability to work flexible hours which will include late afternoons, evenings, and weekends, as appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member, regularly communicating and collaborating with volunteers and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize computer and video technologies (ex: Microsoft Word, Excel, Box, and Zoom) for educational, reporting, and communication purposes.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual means. 

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position by October 22, 2024.

Review the CARE 4-H Wellness Educator job description.

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Join our Nutrition Team!

Title of Position: SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator Assistant 

Details of Position: F/T, 40 hrs/wk, $18.75/hr

Location of Position: CCE Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NY

Key Responsibilities:

• Create media content 
• Maintain nutrition files 
• Maintain teaching kitchen 
• Data tracking and entry 
• Create marketing materials 
• Shop for ingredients and prep food for programming 
• Represent the program in the community  

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and one (1) year transferrable program/functional experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements. 
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to present effective and relevant educational lessons to target audiences and work with diverse audiences of all ages.
• Basic computer and word processing skills.
• Ability to carry supplies and equipment, climb stairs.
• Must be comfortable purchasing and preparing foods and reviewing and following recipes.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position by October 10, 2024.

Review the SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator Assistant job description.

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Title of Position: SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator

Details of Position: F/T, 40 hrs/wk, $22.75/hr

Location of Position: CCE Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NY

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement nutrition, food demonstration, and cooking programming using pre-approved lesson plans and curricula aimed at improving healthy food and lifestyle choices among low-income families, individual, and youth groups throughout Jefferson and Lewis counties.
• Provide programming both on-site and off-site in the community.
• Assist the Nutrition Program Manager with marketing efforts and monthly reporting for SNAP-Ed, in collaboration with other nutritionists of the SNAP-ED program in the North Country Region.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education (Associate’s Degree and 2 years of transferrable program/functional experience) or above, preferably in nutrition, dietetics, community and behavioral health, health education, public health, or nursing. This includes persons certified as RD, RDN, CCN, CNS, and RN as well as other individuals with coursework/experience in nutrition and/or health education with training and/or experience to communicating nutrition and obesity prevention topics.
• Strong understanding of community nutrition education topics and obesity prevention delivery methods.
• Experience with and understanding of rural, low-income populations.
• Experience with addressing nutrition/food insecurity.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements.
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (DMV and criminal background checks).
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position by October 3, 2024.

Review the SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator job description.

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Join our Team!

Title of Position: SBN Finance Lead 

Details of Position: F/T, 40 hrs/wk, $65,000 - $70,000/salary 

Location of Position: Hybrid/Remote 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level leadership and guidance of the financial operations for the North/Central/Nassau Shared Business Network and assigned finance contract services to Association and SBNs across New York State. 
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships among SBN staff, including finance staff and Executive Directors 
• Deliver services under the North/Central/Nassau SBN scope of services agreement and any agreements with other SBNs, Associations, or Extension Administration 
• Use professional judgement, discretion, and confidentiality in oversight of financial operations 
• Provide short-term backstop of local finance needs during vacancies and other times of need 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or similar and experience relevant to the role; or Associate’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or similar and at least 4 years’ transferrable program/functional experience. 
• Experience to include budget preparation and management, accounts receivable/payable tracking, expense/revenue tracking, cash flow tracking, reconciliation, reporting, compliance, and grants/contracts management.  
• High-level skills in spreadsheet (Microsoft Excel), accounting software, word processing (Microsoft Word), and internet, cloud-based software. Demonstrated ability to perform advanced spreadsheet and database functions including creating, analyzing, reporting and maintaining electronic spreadsheets and databases. 
• Knowledge of financial operations as well as grant/proposal procedures. Thorough knowledge of, and experience with, accounting policies, practices, procedures and systems. 
• Ability to work well both in a team setting and independently, and to initiate, organize, and implement established goals, while meeting established milestones.  
• Judgment, discretion, and confidentiality are critical to this position. 
• Experience in training or team leadership. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
  • Analyze information received 
  • Know your audience 
  • Anticipate outcome 
• Moderate travel (approximately 25%) will be required throughout New York State.
• Ability to clearly communicate (read, write and speak) in English. 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, Internet and visual channels. 
• Ability to provide training and training materials using various techniques and technologies. 
• Ability to transport supplies and equipment with or without accommodation.  
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. 

Review the SBN Finance Lead job description.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position by October 19, 2024.

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Join our Ag Team!

Title of Position: Crop and Soil Specialist

Details of Position: F/T, 40 hrs/wk, $65,000 - $75,000

Location of Position: CCE Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown

Key Responsibilities:

• Function as part of the Tri-County Regional Ag Team
• Provide technical assistance to farms and food businesses in St. Lawrence, Jefferson, and Lewis counties
• Provide leadership in the planning, development, management, and implementation of the crop and soil programs, technical assistance, and research across the region
• Provide commercial field crop producers, consultants, and industry representatives with the knowledge and educational resources necessary to assess production and management practices that will enhance their profitability and sustain the growth of the field crops industry in Northern New York
• Lead and facilitate the extension of research findings from Cornell University, other land grant universities and agribusinesses
• Work with local stakeholders to test alternative field crop management practices as the farm level

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• Must possess or have the ability to acquire a Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification and New York State Certified Pesticide Applicators License.
• Two (2) years volunteer or related work experience.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Review the Crop & Soil Specialist job description.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position.

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Work on Fort Drum!

Title of Position: Fort Drum Information and Referral Marketing Specialist 

Details of Position: F/T, 40 hrs/wk, $18.75/hr

Location of Position: Fort Drum, NY

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning and coordinating of short and long-range marketing plans and objectives for Soldier and Family Readiness Division programs, services, and initiatives. 
• Organize and coordinate educational activities and events relating to identified programs. 
• Coordinate class registrations, prepare materials for classes, and provide other assistance for programming efforts. 
• Create content for social media. 
• Design flyers for programs. 

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (High School Diploma/GED and one (1) year transferable program/functional experience). 
• Experience relevant to the role of the position. 
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements. 
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. 

Review the Fort Drum Information and Referral Marketing Specialist job description.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position by October 3, 2024. 

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Work in 4-H Afterschool!

Are you looking for meaningful work in the youth development field? Do you want to make a positive difference by leading a team of 4-H Educators to deliver a research-based curriculum, where youth are having a lot of fun, but learning at the same time? Do you want out of the traditional classroom and into a hands-on learning environment with youth? If so, please consider applying for one of our afterschool Coordinators or Program Manager position. Perhaps being part of a larger team working together towards a common goal is appealing to you? The 4-H Afterschool team wants you to join the team! 

Title of Position: Student and Family Support Specialist 

Details of Position: P/T, 30 hrs/wk, $19.30/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Build strong connections between students, their families, the school, the afterschool program, and the local community, ensuring holistic support and engagement. 
• Design and implement family engagement events and activities with the school and community, offer parent education opportunities, and integrate Cornell University research and programming to meet he program objectives/goals. 
• Ensure students can access and participate fully in classroom activities, maintain focus, and succeed academically and socially in a safe, supportive environment. 

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and 1 year of transferrable program/functional experience). 
• Experience relevant to the role of the position. 
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements. 
• Ability to meet all School Age Child Care (SACC) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements (i.e. Tuberculosis Test, physical exam, training requirements). 
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. 

Review the Student and Family Support Specialist job description. 

Indian River Central School District 

Watertown City School District 

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Title of Position: 4-H Afterschool Program Site Supervisor

Details of Position: P/T, 30 hrs/wk, $19.30/hr 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive 4-H youth development opportunities for youth in grades K-12.
• Provide guidance and direction for program participants and afterschool activities.
• Utilize 4-H curriculum in the areas of environmental science and natural resources, science, technology engineering, art and math (STEAM).
• Assist in creating lesson plans.
• Provide supervision to program staff.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and 1 year transferrable/program experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements.
• Ability to meet all School Age Child Care (SACC) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements (i.e. Tuberculosis Test, physical exam, training requirements).
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Review the 4-H Afterschool Program Educator job description. 

Copenhagen Central School 

Theresa Primary School

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Title of Position: 4-H Afterschool Program Educator

Details of Position: P/T, 20 hrs/wk, $18.75/hr 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 4-H youth development opportunities for youth in the 4-H Afterschool programs. 
• Use 4-H curriculum in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM). 
• Make a positive impact in the lives of youth!  

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and 1 year transferrable/program experience). 
• Experience relevant to the role of the position. 
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements. 
• Ability to meet all School Age Child Care (SACC) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements (i.e. Tuberculosis Test, physical exam, training requirements). 
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. 

Review the 4-H Afterschool Program Educator job description. 

Antwerp Primary School 

Calcium Primary School 

Carthage Central School 

Case Middle School 

Knickerbocker Elementary School 

Indian River Intermediate School 

LaFargeville CentralSchool 

North Elementary School 

Ohio Elementary School 

Theresa Primary School 

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Title of Position: 4-H Afterschool Teen Mentor 

Details of Position: P/T, 15 hrs/wk, $15.00/hr 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with providing 4-H youth development opportunities for youth in the 4-H Afterschool programs. 
• Make a positive impact in the lives of youth! 

Required Qualifications:

• Experience relevant to the role of the position. 

Review the 4-H Afterschool Teen Mentor job description. 

Antwerp Primary School 

Beaver River Central School 

Belleville Henderson Central School 

Calcium Primary School 

Copenhagen Central School 

Evans Mills Primary School 

Knickerbocker Elementary School 

North Elementary School 

Ohio Elementary School 

Philadelphia Primary School 

Theresa Primary School 

Wiley Intermediate School

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Title of Position: 4-H Afterschool Teacher Tutor

Details of Position: P/T, 6 hrs/wk, $40.00/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance with homework to students enrolled in the 4-H Afterschool Program during the academic study portion of the program. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Education. 
• Experience relevant to the role of the position. 
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements. 
• Ability to meet all School Age Child Care (SACC) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements (i.e. Tuberculosis Test, physical exam, training requirements). 
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. 

Review the 4-H Afterschool Teacher Tutor job description.

Antwerp Primary School

Calcium Primary School 

Indian River Intermediate School 

Knickerbocker Elementary School 

North Elementary School 

Ohio Elementary School

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Last updated October 11, 2024