Program Associate - Family & Consumer Science

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

12h

About The Position

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The Program Associate provides subject matter support in personal finance, consumer economics, and family resource management. Collects, evaluates, interprets, & develops subject matter information for distribution through the Extension delivery system. Assists with development of and support for statewide programs in personal finance and consumer economics for both youth and adult audiences. Works with others to determine content, priorities, and emphasis for programming. Coordinates and assists with activities and events such as educational meetings, workshops, tours, field days and other methods. Evaluates and assesses program effectiveness. Prepares required reports. Serves on boards and committees as appropriate to enhance collaboration. Assists with procurement of grants and resources to develop and enhance programs. Manages resources in compliance with policy guidelines. Program Associates operate in an independent, decision-making role in the planning & execution of programs. Work objectives are coordinated with Project Leaders and/or other supervisors, but project implementation & management are primarily the responsibilities of the Program Associate. Program Associates are expected to contribute effectively to conceptual framework, program design, result dissemination, educational activities, & the pursuit of extramural financial support.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in family and consumer sciences, personal finance, or a closely related field with three years of relevant professional experience, or a related Master’s degree in a relevant field, is required.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, data management, & email programs.
Ability to develop & deliver quality presentations.
Ability to exercise initiative, make sound judgments, and work without close supervision.
Ability to respond to the needs of supervisors, teammates, subordinates, & clientele.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in family and consumer sciences, personal finance, or related field
Background in family resource management or personal finance
Experience with Extension, teaching, financial counseling, outreach education, non-formal education, or other related experience.

Responsibilities

Provides subject matter support in personal finance, consumer economics, and family resource management.
Collects, evaluates, interprets, & develops subject matter information for distribution through the Extension delivery system.
Assists with development of and support for statewide programs in personal finance and consumer economics for both youth and adult audiences.
Works with others to determine content, priorities, and emphasis for programming.
Coordinates and assists with activities and events such as educational meetings, workshops, tours, field days and other methods.
Evaluates and assesses program effectiveness.
Prepares required reports.
Serves on boards and committees as appropriate to enhance collaboration.
Assists with procurement of grants and resources to develop and enhance programs.
Manages resources in compliance with policy guidelines.