Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Anticipated Start Date 09/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 07/01/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by August 6, 2025, will be assured full consideration; however, screening will continue until the position is filled.
Location of Vacancy Atlanta Area EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree in related area.

A Bachelor's degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment. See Additional Requirements for more information on provisional appointments.
Position Summary
The County Extension Coordinator (CEC) serves as a UGA Public Service faculty member and is supervised by the District Extension Director (DED). The Northwest DED provides direction and leadership for this position. Appointments are reviewed annually during the performance review process. The major responsibility of this role is to coordinate efforts of the county staff, including organizing and allocating resources, preparing budgets, maintaining relationships, interpreting and communicating policy, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in his/her assigned program area. Clayton County's population has indicated the need for a CEC with designated administrative duties.

This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver's license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are required. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others including 4-H Youth and Adult Clientele is also a common and necessary function of the job. 4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.
Additional Requirements
Progression towards earning an advanced degree is expected while in a provisional faculty position. This provisional faculty classification is offered for no more than three years without review. When a public service professional receives an advanced degree, recommendation for a public service faculty appointment can be initiated according to the public service faculty appointment process (see "Appointment and Promotion upon Receiving an Advanced Degree" on page 17 of the Guidelines). You may apply for a regular service faculty appointment upon completion of an advanced degree or successful progression through the public service promotion process. Hiring rank will be commensurate with the candidate's background, achievements and stature in the discipline. See the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointments and Promotions for Public Service and Outreach Academic Rank for information regarding the Public Service Faculty ranks. Complete details may be reviewed via http://outreach.uga.edu/policies/appointment-and-promotion-guidelines/
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to speak to/teach large groups of residents
• Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele
• Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits
• Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication
• Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees
• Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs
• Proven skills in leadership and management

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in working with local leaders, advisory and planning groups, funding sources and elected officials to develop understanding and support for all Extension programs.
• Develops partnerships to expand program opportunities.
• Coordinates public relations activities with mass media, elected county, state, and federal representatives and other government agencies and civic groups as appropriate to develop a positive image of Extension in the community.
• Acts as liaison with other county professionals and support staff by communicating and coordinating organizational information.
• Ensures that the county Extension office is operated and maintained in a manner which presents a professional image to clientele and to the general public.
• In cooperation with the DED and local county governing boards, and with input from all county staff members, accepts responsibility for preparation and maintenance of the county Extension budget.
• Works under the direct supervision of the DED and counsels with him/her on matters such as personnel, budget, facilities, postage allotments, travel allotments, etc.
• Coordinates the preparation of the long-range county Extension program plan and the preparation and submission of an integrated annual plan of work.
• Performs evaluation on all county faculty and support staff as directed by, and with input from, DED.
• Encourages the importance of professional development and promotion of county faculty through the public service promotion system.
• Responsible for keeping apprised and adhering to the County Funds Policy.
• Maintains knowledge of funds handled, exercises control of budget expenditures, and keeps adequate financial records of all office accounts. Is responsible for completing a yearly County Extension Accounts Statement of Review, as well as a yearly Financial Audit and filing both with the Northwest District Extension Office. Is responsible for accurate accounting of all grant funds obtained by county staff. Submits monthly verification of account reconciliation to the District Extension Office.
• Seeks alternative funding sources to leverage county and state funds.

Percentage Of Time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

• In cooperation with the assigned staff, organizes and maintains an effective Extension needs assessment plan to ensure a comprehensive, representative county Extension program which meets the needs of the clientele without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, handicap or veteran status.
• Responsible to ensure EEO/AA plan of University of Georgia Cooperative Extension is followed.
• Recommends the employment of support staff under established EEO/AA guidelines. Coordinates the supervision of support staff.
• Prepares and/or ensures the timely preparation and submission of required reports such as the Civil Rights Compliance Review, staff conference minutes, postage reports, plans of work, annual voucher report, GaCounts etc.
• Makes sure adequate documentation is kept to verify citizen involvement in the needs assessment techniques used.
• Coordinates established office procedures for all professional and support staff.
• Coordinates regular staff conferences and informs Extension staff of current events, updates, and activities.
• Provides for the equitable distribution of work among support staff so as to provide for the needs of all professionals; keeps informed of staff itineraries, travel and activities; routes correspondence to appropriate staff members.
• Reviews and recommends leave requests, travel and expense forms, travel outside the county (in-state and out-of-state) and requests to attend non-Extension meetings, etc.
• Arranges for adequate office space, secretarial support, supplies and facilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 50

Posting Specific Questions

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1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
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2. Do you have a bachelor's degree?
   • Yes
   • No
3. Do you have a Master's degree?
   • Yes
   • No
4. Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation
2. Other Documents #1