Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:
The Office of Extension at the University of Maryland Easter Shore seeks applicants for the position of 4-H Stem Agent Associate. This a twelve- month, full-time position with benefits. This position requires availability to work extended hours during exhibits, fairs, conventions and conferences, as well as some evenings and weekends, and to travel outside of the Lower Shore region.

Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays paid leave, annual leave 22 days per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year.

The UMES Extension Program is a component of an integrated cooperative extension program that is coordinated by two land grant universities in the State of Maryland. This position is essential to the delivery of STEM education programming through the UMES 4-H Mobile STEM Lab. The selected individual will lead hands-on, age-appropriate STEM activities for K–12 youth across the state, particularly in outdoor and community-based settings. This role directly supports UMES Extension’s mission to engage underserved and rural youth in science learning through mobile outreach. The incumbent will be responsible for operating the 38-ft converted charter bus, managing the Mobile Lab’s inventory and cleanliness, and collaborating with partners to select and deliver relevant lesson plans. They will also support data collection and community engagement efforts related to program impact and participation.

Responsibilities:
•Drive and park the 38-ft 4-H Mobile STEM Lab to various outreach locations.
•Coordinate site visits, manage scheduling, and arrange all travel logistics.
•Facilitate engaging STEM lessons for K–12 youth with varying levels of
scientific literacy.
•Develop new curriculum materials tailored to local community needs.
•Maintain and restock materials and ensure lab cleanliness and operational
readiness.
•Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and
stakeholders.
•Collect and report data related to program implementation and outcomes.
•Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
•B.A. in Education, Child Development, Leadership, Recreation, Environmental or
other Natural Science, Agriculture, Engineering, or other relevant STEM field.
•Note: Applicants with four years of experience (equivalent to a Bachelor’s
Degree) and appropriate certification will be given considerations.
•Experience working with K-12 youth in nonformal settings.
•Valid Driver’s license.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
•Ability to confidently lead STEM educational activities, especially in outdoor
environments.
•Ability to work with K-12 youth of various backgrounds and levels of scientific
literacy.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work on a
team.
•Able to work independently with little direct supervision.
•Flexible attitude and ability to adapt to changes in plans.
•Must be organized, neat, and attentive to detail.
•Must be capable of building and maintaining relationships with community
stakeholders.
•Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

Physical Demands:
•May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk.
•May require lifting up to 50 lbs.
•Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.
•Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences: (Will provide training if needed);
•Ability to drive and park a 38 ft converted charter bus (CDL preferred but not
required)
•Aptitude for vehicle mechanics and maintenance
•Experience with UMES, Extension, or 4-H.

Licenses/ Certifications:
•Valid Driver’s license.

Additional Job Details

Department

UMES-AGNS-1890 Agriculture

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$54,000 - $62,500

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.