To provide leadership and oversight of the county office and staff. Serves as the council representative. Works with council and staff to implement a county plan of work that focuses on stakeholder education and engagement.

• Maintains a positive working relationship with staff and clients in the county
• Provides leadership and supervises county paid staff
• Conducts annual performance reviews and assists staff in developing plans of work/professional development plans
• Serves as county staff representative for the extension council and creates council agendas and board packets
• Manages the county budget
• Secures and manages outside funding including grants and private sources
• Oversees day-to-day office operations
• Maintains high level of marketing and visibility for all programs, including maintenance of county extension website
• Provides leadership for county strategic planning and program planning based on local needs
• Oversees building maintenance and property management
• Oversees equipment supplies and inventory balances
• Provides excellent customer service to clients
• Coordinates pesticide and manure applicator trainings, and others as needed
• Assists county-paid staff and specialists with program execution
• Manages volunteer records and background screenings as required in risk management policies
• Represents Hardin County Extension professionally and positively
• Uses standard policies and procedures regarding county business operations and council relations
• Continually develops and enhances relevant skills and understnds current professional standards
• Other duties as assigned

• Associates degree
• Minimum three years management or leadership experience
• Supervisory experience
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Computer (including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Teams, etc.), organizational and problem-solving skills
• Team player and people oriented
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to travel and access to dependable transportation with proof of vehicle liability coverage

• Bachelor's degree
• Content knowledge in at least one field: agriculture and natural resources, human sciences, youth development, community and economic development
• Successful contract and grant writing experience
• Experience working cooperatively with boards and diverse groups

A background check will be completed on the selected applicant.

Resume with references, letter of interest and application form can be mailed to:

Hardin County Extension and Outreach

c/o Missy Crawford

PO Box 818

Iowa Falls, IA 50126

meljcraw@iastate.edu

Health insurance package, paid time off and holidays, IPERS, professional development opportunities, and work-related travel reimbursement