Extension Program Associate

Education: Associate degree in Child Development, Early Childhood or a related field.

Two (2) years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Substitution: An equivalent combination of related education and related experience may be considered for this position.

Licensures: Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Organizing and coordinating skills. 2.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information. 3.

Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures. 4.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 5.

Ability to travel as required during performance of assigned tasks. 6.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Ability to travel out of local area (in- and out-of-state travel).

Overnight travel will be required.

Use of personal car required. 2.

Frequent – Externally imposed deadlines set and revised beyond one’s control; interruptions influence priorities; difficult to anticipate nature and volume of work with certainty beyond a few days; irregular hours may be anticipated; meeting of deadlines and coordination of unrelated activities are key to position. 3.

Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands. 4.

Job requires standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 40 pounds. 5.

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Instructions for Applying:

Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/

All applicants MUST apply online at www.jobs.msstate.edu to be considered for this position.

The following documents and information are required for application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Contact information for at least three professional references
• Current unofficial transcript (with social security numbers removed prior to submission) An official transcript will be required if selected for employment.

November 28, 2025, until filled.

Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution.

Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law.

Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.

What do I do if I need an accommodation?

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu .

If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu .

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