Employment Opportunities

Administrative Assistant

Advertised: Apr 27 2023

Provide administrative support to the administrative team of the Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment (CAFE), including director/assistant vice chancellor for agricultural research and engagement, associate director, assistant directors, IT, web and communications staff. Maintain functionality of office and all office systems, equipment, and supplies.

4-H Youth Development Program Director

Advertised: Jan 19 2023

Direct the Extension 4-H Youth Development Program providing statewide administrative and programmatic leadership in the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of the program. Provide leadership for outreach educational programs and integrated research with the Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (CAFE) within the College of Natural Sciences. Represent the program on a state, regional and national level, and serve as liaison for Extension with volunteers, state and federal agencies, and other appropriate groups. Prepare reports and manage budget. Supervise staff and participate on CAFE administrative leadership team. Direct preparation and delivery of educational programs and activities. Provide oversight of the programs' website, publications, social media, and newsletters.

4-H Extension Educator III - Western MA (two positions)

Advertised: Oct 31 2022

The 4-H Extension Educator III for the western region of Massachusetts (with responsibility for some portion of Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden and Hampshire counties) is based in Hadley, MA and will provide programmatic leadership and management for the Massachusetts 4-H Youth Development Programs. This position will develop and implement educational programs and resources for youth ages 5-18 while providing support and oversight for collaborating adult volunteers and partner organizations. This position will supervise training and management systems for volunteers, including those for subsidiary organizations and advisory bodies and recruit and provide oversight for youth and adult participants and volunteers. The Educator is part of a team that coordinates activities, processes, and functions with other 4-H educators and administrators across the state.