FW: MSU Extension Educator Position Announcement - Greening Michigan Institute (GMI) - District 10
Van Zandt, Shannon S
Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 10:35 AM
To: Van Zandt, Shannon S
Subject: FW: MSU Extension Educator Position Announcement - Greening Michigan Institute (GMI) - District 10
Shannon,
This just came by my email this morning, and it specifically mentions that they are looking for people with graduate degrees in planning, business, or public administration. I think that MUP grads would be solid candidates for the position, and I can vouch for the area being absolutely beautiful.
Michigan Sea Grant is a part of the Greening Michigan Institute at Michigan State University, so I would be able to answer some questions your students may have about the position if you wanted to give them my contact info (below).
Best,
Josh Gunn
Michigan Sea Grant Extension Educator
21885 Dunham Road, Suite 12
Clinton Township, MI 48036
Office: (586) 469-6087
Cell: (360) 450-8686
Fax: (586) 469-6948
Email: gunn...@msu.edu
Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 10:43 AM
To: MSUEEV...@LIST.MSU.EDU
Subject: MSU Extension Educator Position Announcement - Greening Michigan Institute (GMI) - District 10
MSU Extension Employees: In an effort to reach the best qualified individuals and build a broad and diverse candidate pool, please share the posting information below with colleagues, community partners, constituents, cultural organizations, etc. with whom you work and feel may assist in this recruiting endeavor. If you or these agencies have questions, please feel free to contact MSUE HR (msu...@anr.msu.edu) or the relevant District office.
Position Overview
This Sustainable Community Prosperity position, based in St. Clair/Port Huron Counties, will have state-wide programming responsibilities with a focus of educational program delivery in eastern Michigan, District 10 (Huron, Tuscola, Sanilac, Lapeer, and St. Clair Counties).
This is a full-time, fixed-term position, renewable on an annual basis, for which funding and performance are factors in consideration of renewal.
The position provides leadership for and serves as the primary education coordinator to foster sustainable economic development, community prosperity and the protection and utilization of the natural resources of Michigan.
Responsibilities
· Promote and deliver Sustaining Community Prosperity workgroup education programs in District 10 (Michigan’s thumb), including entrepreneurship education, community food systems education and development, food and natural resources enterprise development, place making in developing sustainable economies, green community planning and design, cultural economic development, and/or sustainable tourism.
· Assist in connecting Michigan communities with “Sustainable Communities” curriculum.
· Facilitate the connection of MSUE resources with local government and community.
· Assist in facilitating community food opportunities with I-69 Food Corridor and Metro Foods initiatives.
· Provide small business assistance, with referrals to SBTDC, MSU Product Center, and/or other resources as appropriate.
· Encourage youth entrepreneurship development through existing MSUE curricula.
· Promote business networking connections (e.g. entrepreneurship club, young professional group) that strengthen regional social capital.
· Explore tourism education programs, including coordination, as appropriate, with MSU Sea Grant Coastal Communities initiative.
Qualifications
· Master's degree with an educational or professional emphasis in the field of business, public administration, finance, economic development, planning or other area directly related to fulfilling the responsibilities of the position
· Experience in coordinating/implementing training sessions
· Demonstrated ability in program evaluation and research
· Proficiency in word processing, database, and presentation software and equipment
· Competence in using technology for program delivery, record keeping and reporting, and team-based communications
· Exceptional oral and written communication skills
· Demonstrated ability to develop and manage multiple components of a work plan
· Experience with marketing/promotion of educational programs
· Effective interpersonal skills
· Effective organizational skills
· An understanding and commitment to equal access and opportunity and to diversity and inclusivity
· Ability to travel throughout Michigan
Application Process
Interested and qualified candidates should visit the Michigan State University jobs page at www.jobs.msu.edu to apply for posting number 6529 in the MSU Extension postings.
Candidates are asked to submit an up-to-date resume/CV and a cover letter that includes the names and contact information of four professional references. Application deadline is currently August 22, 2012.
Jessica Nakfour, CHRS
MSU Extension
Human Resources
Phone: 517.432.7617
FAX: 517.432.4986
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status.