| Posting Number | req14720 |
| Department | Environmental Science-Ext |
| Department Website Link | |
| Location | Main Campus |
| Address | Tucson, AZ USA |
| Position Highlights | This position is responsible for the management of the Arizona Project WET (Water Education Today) Program within the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension. Arizona Project WET is an educational outreach and community / K-12 teacher training program. This position will supervise UA staff located across the state of Arizona and students, volunteers and others as required (AmeriCorps, etc.). The incumbent will interact with senior level city and state leaders in water policy to secure IGA and grant funding for Project WET. Also, the incumbent will work closely with the Integrated Environmental Science and Health Risk Lab in the Department of Environmental Science to ensure integrated water and environmental education programming and seamless collaboration among the Lab and Project WET.Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. |
| Duties & Responsibilities | This position is responsible for the management of the Project WET (Water Education Today) Program within University of Arizona Cooperative Extension. Project WET is an educational outreach and community / K-12 teacher training program, with the goal of promoting responsible water stewardship through excellent and effective water education. This position will supervise 8 UA staff located in Pima, Pinal, Maricopa, and Coconino Counties. In addition this position will supervise 30 AmeriCorps team members. Also, this position interacts with senior level city and state leaders in water policy to secure IGA and grant funding for Project WET.Program Supervision: Provide leadership and direction for Project WET including supervision of staff and managing financial accounts.Community Outreach and fundraising: Develop and cultivate key partnerships with stakeholders in industry, municipal and state government and education. Preserve existing funding and expanded external funding by creating IGA’s and grant opportunities in all regions of Arizona.Information product development: Create outreach materials, educational curriculum and teacher training manuals for Project WET.Develop Strategic Partnerships: Work with the Arizona Extension AD of ANR to identify and cultivate key policy makers and committees regarding water conservation and education, and find ways to expand the UA presence within state and regional, and K-12 water conservation education. |
| Minimum Qualifications | Requires a Bachelor’s degree.Minimum of 5 years of related work experience, including 2 years of managerial experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degreeManagement experience, including supervision of program staff.Experience with teacher professional development, curriculum development and/or water conservation and outreach. |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week | 40 |
| Job FTE | 1.0 |
| Work Calendar | Fiscal |
| Job Category | Agriculture and Extension |
| Benefits Eligible | Yes – Full Benefits |
| Rate of Pay | DOE, $60,692 – $82,421 |
| Compensation Type | salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
| Grade | 9 |
| Career Stream and Level | M2 |
| Job Family | Extension |
| Job Function | Agriculture & Extension |
| Type of criminal background check required: | Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Target Hire Date | 5/22/2023 |
| Expected End Date | |
| Contact Information for Candidates | Bonnie Gilmore bonniegilmore@arizona.edu |
| Open Date | 5/4/2023 |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply | Resume and Cover Letter |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | |
| Diversity Statement | At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. |
Extension Manager II - Program Manager, Project WET
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ, USA 🇺🇸
