All applications for regular employment with Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County and other county extension associations must be submitted through the Cornell University Employment system (see information at left). Instructions for applying to temporary positions will be provided in the position announcement. We do post available job and internship opportunities on this page when they become available, with links to the Cornell website, for your convenience.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County provides equal program and opportunities. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or qualified disability. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
The person in this role will support to 4-H programs, events, and fundraising projects with tasks including customer communication, record keeping, facility rental, promotion and marketing tasks, and enrollment and registration of participants and volunteers. The incumbent will operate client management software, manage spreadsheets, maintain accurate accounts and databases, and produce reports. They will also coordinate or assist in the coordination of volunteers and interns for specific events and tasks.
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This position will provide administrative direction, management, and coordination for Association Financial Operations, working with the Finance Director to liaise with Extension Administration and statewide finance leads for high-level guidance and recommendations on Finance expectations and compliance. This position will play an integral role in grant and contract financial efforts, and will work closely with the Association Executive Director and Board of Directors in financial record keeping, financial analysis, management, and decision making.
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Do you care deeply about supporting people with life skills training so they can improve their life circumstances and mental well-being? Do you want to work collaboratively with our diverse communities to support solutions to the challenges community members face? If you answered yes to those questions then that’s more important to us than the formal professional experience you may have had.
We are looking for a creative and community-oriented Life Skills Program Coordinator. We want someone whose life experience inside and outside the workplace is going to allow you to talk with people about their daily challenges and provide educational programs to assist them. If you think your experience and skills are transferable, the answer is they almost certainly are. This position is less than half-time initially (7-15 hours per week) but we can talk about how to grow this to be benefits eligible (0.5-1 FTE) rapidly if that’s what you are interested in.
Salary is $22-$28 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If you have questions about the position please reach out to the Nutrition, Health, Safety, and Financial Education Program Leader Chris Kai-Jones at 607 272 2292 Ext. 135. Please leave contact details and times in the evening or weekend to call you back.
See the full position description here. This states a Bachelor’s degree is required, but if you have an Associate’s degree and very relevant experience please apply. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Chris Kai-Jones at chj7@cornell.edu.
The Community Beautification Program Assistant will be an integral team member of the Beautification Staff, providing support for the planning, installation, and maintenance of plantings managed by the Community Beautification Program throughout Tompkins County. The Program Assistant will also assist with the education and support of volunteers, known as the Beautification Brigade.
We are recruiting for 2 open positions: one seasonal position for 8 months at 24 hrs/week; and one short-term position for 16 weeks at 10-12 hrs/week, with the potential for additional hours or a longer duration depending on our needs. See the full position details and requirements and learn how to apply through the links above.
The 4-H Acres Cleaner will be responsible for cleaning an educational facility located outside of Ithaca, NY, two evenings per week. This is a temporary position, with the possibility for being made permanent. The employee must be comfortable working evening hours in a facility with limited exterior lighting. Additional hours may be required for special events.
See full details of the position, and apply by submitting a resume and three references to Pete Angie, pja23@cornell.edu. The search will remain open until a candidate is found.
Do you care deeply about improving nutrition and food security, particularly for under-resourced populations in Tompkins County? Do you want to work collaboratively with our diverse communities and stakeholders to support solutions to nutrition and food security challenges?
Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County is looking for a creative and community-oriented Nutrition Director to be a leader for our Association. As an organization, we have many staff working on different aspects of the food system. This position would have the opportunity to augment those existing projects, and drive the Association’s work in new directions.
The Nutrition Director position offers great leadership opportunities for the right candidate to direct resources to achieve community nutrition goals, as well as help shape the delivery of federal nutrition program initiatives.
Salary is $64,000 at 1 FTE. Benefits include significant flexibility in working hours as well as NYS pension and health insurance options. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
If you have questions about the position please reach out to the Nutrition, Health, Safety, and Financial Education Program Leader Chris Kai-Jones at 607 272 2292 Ext. 135. Please leave contact details and times in the evening or weekend to call you back.
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This individual will lead a community- and school-based youth development program, delivering educational youth programs that address locally developed priorities, using materials developed and/or identified by the 4-H Issue Leader. This position will require supervision of program assistants and direction of volunteers and interns to meet program needs.
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Join a team of Community Energy Educators at Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County to deliver clean energy education programs in Tompkins County, helping residents--especially those with limited income--learn about ways to reduce energy use and transition to renewable forms of energy to heat and power homes. In addition to working with colleagues at the Tompkins office, they will be part of a Regional Clean Energy Hub serving the Southern Tier region.
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The Overnight Assistant Camp Director will work closely with the year-round Camp Director to get Primitive Pursuits-Arnot Forest Camps back to full swing after a 3-year hiatus. Prior to the summer camp season, they will be directly involved in planning staff training, crafting camp schedules, completing administrative tasks, establishing program logistics, organizing, preparing the camp property for camp and inventorying program supplies. During the summer, responsibilities include mentorship of staff; responding to emergencies; facilitating staff meetings and planning; maintaining the camp property, camp resources and supplies; and interacting with parents, campers, staff, and administration.
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The key role of the Overnight Camp Nurse is to oversee all emergency and medical related care for our overnight camp staff and campers from registration, arrival to departure. Throughout the week the Camp Nurse will provide medications to campers and staff as per Department of Health standards, maintain the camp infirmary, treat minor injuries and be on-call while camp is in session. The Overnight Camp Nurse stays on site at Arnot Forest for the entire duration of the camp season.
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The Camp Kitchen Manager will provide nutritious meals for all campers and staff attending the overnight camp at Arnot Forest, using the outdoors as the kitchen alongside our commercial kitchen. The Camp Kitchen Manager will coordinate meals taking place indoors and outdoors at various camp locations throughout the Arnot property. They will be required to prepare meals for various diets, order food, craft menus, and organize kitchen supplies and cleanliness.
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The Kitchen Assistant will assist the Kitchen Manager to make nutritious meals for all campers and staff attending the overnight camp at Arnot Forest. The Camp Kitchen Assistant will assist in coordinating meals taking place indoors and outdoors at various camp locations throughout the Arnot property. They will be required to prepare meals for various diets, order food, craft menus, and organize kitchen supplies and cleanliness.
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As an Archivist Intern with Tompkins County 4-H and Cornell Cooperative Extension, you will play a crucial role in preserving and organizing historical documents, photographs, and artifacts related to the organization’s rich history. Responsibilities will include:
Position is part-time (20 hours/week) for two semesters or a calendar year. Read the full position description, qualifications, and how to apply.
Assist in the coordination and execution of our annual Duck Race fundraiser! This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while supporting the meaningful cause of local youth development programs. Responsibilities will include:
Position is part-time (15 hours/week) for six months. Read the full position description, qualifications, and how to apply.
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Last updated March 5, 2024