4-H Program Manager, Outdoor Education

South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension and South Dakota 4-H are offering two exciting career opportunities as a hands-on lead teaching professional with the title of 4-H Program Manager, Outdoor Education.  These positions, one located in Sioux Falls and one located in Rapid City, are a result of a creative new partnership with South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP). These positions will be located at the GFP’s Sioux Falls Outdoor Campus and GFP’s Rapid City Outdoor Campus. The selected individuals will primarily develop and oversee the experiential education team and provide instruction at an Outdoor Campus facility to visiting student groups throughout the school year. These are 12-month, 100% time, benefit-eligible positions. These positions are supervised by the State 4-H Program Director. 
 
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.
 
Authorized to work in the U.S.  Sponsorship is not available for this position.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the 4-H Program Manager, Outdoor Education at the Outdoor Campus in either Sioux Falls, SD or Rapid City, SD, providing 4-H program and policy supervision as well as direct education in support of outreach goals;
• Maintain open and effective communications with Outdoor Campus personnel and leaders;
• Convey Outdoor Campus volunteer-related concerns to Outdoor Campus leadership;
• Ensure Outdoor Campus programs are following established 4-H and Game, Fish, and Parks policies and procedures;
• Provide direct outreach education at the Outdoor Campus through school and afterschool programs;
• Communicate effectively with local school districts to schedule and convene educational programs;
• Provide educational and curricular support to statewide 4-H outdoor education programs (e.g., summer camps, outdoor wilderness leaders) during the summer months; 
• Position does require some evening and weekend work and travel. Occasional overnight stays for events and training are required;
• All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Child or Youth Development, Education, Natural Resources Management, Outdoor Recreation, Biology, or a closely related field completed by first day of employment;
• At least three years related work experience;
• Must be able to use a computer for basic word processing, electronic communications, and reporting;
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing is essential; 
• Valid driver’s license and automobile, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel.

 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated experience in planning, teaching, and evaluating educational programs for a variety of youth audiences; 
• Demonstrated experience in managing operational elements such as scheduling and supervision; 
• Demonstrated experience in leading a team.

BENEFITS:
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave.  Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

How to apply:

To apply visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/29569

APPLICATION PROCESS:
The online system will guide you through the electronic application form. The site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, an academic transcript showing the degree conferred or degree in progress, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references.  Email applications will not be accepted.  Please contact South Dakota State University Human Resources at 605-688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.  
 
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.   
 
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is university policy to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students.  This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.