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Extension Educator Leadership and Civic Engagement
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Extension educators in leadership and civic engagement (LCE) lead the design, development, delivery, and evaluation of research-based Extension programs that support Minnesota communities. They serve as a subject matter expert in leadership development, civic education, placemaking, facilitation, and managing community conflict for regional and statewide audiences. LCE educators engage with communities to strengthen local leadership, create responsive tools and programs, and lead applied research that addresses current issues. As a scholar-practitioner, the LCE educator is responsible for translating research findings into practical training and resources. They partner with community members to guide data-informed decision-making and scale effective programs, using impact assessments and related tools and share their expertise through publications, media, and professional presentations. The LCE educator builds relationships to identify local needs, exchange knowledge, and deliver responsive programming. They track and communicate outcomes to inform interested parties, support improvement, and pursue external funding and may also develop strategic partnerships to enhance programming and identify funding opportunities. There is a focus for this position on development of resources and programming to support community-based tourism. The educator reports to the program leader for leadership and civic engagement (LCE) and will collaborate with other educator colleagues, campus faculty, and Extension's Regional Directors. |
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Community Tourism Development Specialist
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Position Summary: The University of Minnesota (UMN) Tourism Center, housed in UMN Extension’s Department of Community Development, is hiring a Community Tourism Development (CTD) Specialist to lead the CTD work portfolio at the Tourism Center, in collaboration with colleagues across the Department, Extension, and the UMN system, as well as external partners. The position will report to the Tourism Center director and will collaborate with colleagues to fulfill the missions of the Tourism Center, the Department of Community Development and the University of Minnesota Extension. The CTD Specialist will join a high-impact and high-performance team passionate about communities and the tourism industry. The CTD Specialist will be expected to enhance and expand an Extension Tourism program recognized nationally and in Minnesota for its leadership in tourism programming, community coaching, and applied tourism research. The Specialist will design, develop, and deliver research-based CTD programs and community coaching. This position will develop and lead an Area of Excellence (AoE) in CTD, a resource hub for Department staff that houses expertise and tools used to develop and support programs that serve communities. The CTD Specialist will develop, implement, and share applied research on CTD that informs program development and contributes to successful and sustainable CTD work in Minnesota. The Specialist will also build strong relationships with communities, stakeholders, and industry experts across Minnesota. |
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CED Extension Specialist
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Position Summary: The Extension Specialist, Community and Economic Development (CED), serves as a regular, full time, 12-month academic professional with primary responsibility for the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs supporting the mission of the University of Illinois Extension. This position will be responsible for working with Extension Educators statewide to identify topics and design innovative programs, and for developing multi-media delivery mechanisms for Extension programs and information. |
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