Cornell Cooperative Extension

Tompkins County
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Learn about job opportunities with Cornell Cooperative Extension!

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You'll find our staff out in the community...

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meeting our neighbors...

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and sharing information about what we do.

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Back at CCE-Tompkins, we're planning new programs...

Role playing in the Dec. 2015 Family Development Credential training.
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leading workshops...

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and classes...

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and creating resources to share with the community.

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We work with adults...

Seed to Table group with Josh Dolan & Emma Frisch, Summer 2014

and with youth...

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in a wide variety of settings.

Jobs

All applications for employment with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and other county extension associations must be submitted through the Cornell University Employment system (see information at left). We do post available job and internship opportunities on this page when they become available, with links to the Cornell website, for your convenience.

Position Announcement 

Responsibilities:This individual will coordinate and facilitate a community- and school-based 4-Hyouth development program for a specific town within Tompkins County and in conjunction with similar programs throughout Tompkins County. This individual is responsible for overseeing and coordinating a large number of undergraduate volunteers for a school-based 4-H youth development mentoring program. This individual will coordinate and facilitate a workforce development program for youth across several communities, and direction of a large volunteer base. Responsible for identification of appropriate youth for workforce development programs, assistance with job placement, and identifying appropriate work sites for a group of 30 or more youth. This person will implement educational youth programs that address locally developed priorities, using materials developed and/or identified by the 4H Issue Leader. This person is responsible for the planning (under direction of Issue Leader), implementation, and data collection for evaluation of innovative approaches to reach youth and families and to build community-wide support for youth and families.

Qualifications:Master’s degree or equivalent education. (BS/BA + 4 yrs. transferable relevant evidence based research experience. Experience working effectively with middle and secondary school-age youth; Ability to identify needs of youth, particularly youth in at-risk environments.Excellent teaching skills that are effective in a variety of settings.

Minimum Salary: $19.03/hour

Hours/Benefits:Position is full-time (40 hours/week) and includes full benefit package including health and dental insurance, retirement, life insurance and more.

Inquiries:Questions in advance of application should be directed to Shelley Lester, Rural Youth Services Coordinator, 607-272-2292 or email sjl44@cornell.edu.

To Apply:Individuals interested in this position must apply on-line. A full position description and link to apply is available at: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCECareerPage. The posting will remain open until we have a suitable pool of candidates. 

Position Announcement 

Title:Dryden OURS Senior Program Manager

Responsibilities:This individual will coordinate and facilitate a community- and school-based 4-Hyouth development program for a specific town within Tompkins County and in conjunction with similar programs throughout Tompkins County. This individual is responsible for directing a New York State Certified Summer Camp in Groton to resume in 2021. This person will implement educational youth programs that address locally developed priorities, using materials developed and/or identified by the 4H Issue Leader. This person is responsible for the planning (under direction of Issue Leader), implementation, and data collection for evaluation of innovative approaches to reach youth and families and to build community-wide support for youth and families.

Qualifications:Master’s degree or equivalent education. (BS/BA + 4 yrs. transferrable relevant evidence based research experience. Experience working effectively with middle and secondary school-age youth; Ability to identify needs of youth, particularly youth in at-risk environments.Excellent teaching skills that are effective in a variety of settings.

Minimum Salary: $19.03/hour

Hours/Benefits:Position is full-time (40 hours/week) and includes full benefit package including health and dental insurance, retirement, life insurance and more.

Inquiries:Questions in advance of application should be directed to Shelley Lester, Rural Youth Services Coordinator, 607-272-2292 or email sjl44@cornell.edu.

To Apply:Individuals interested in this position must apply on-line. A full position description and link to apply is available at: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCECareerPage. The posting will remain open until June 16 2020 or until we have a suitable pool of candidates. 

Cornell Cooperative Extension of 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.

Last updated May 13, 2020

Jobs

Campus & NYS CCE Jobs


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CCE employment opportunities are available throughout New York State and on the Cornell University campus in Ithaca, New York.

External applicants visit CCE Careers to search current opportunities. (See Applying for a job: external candidates for additional instructions).

Internal applicants apply via Workday under the Career, Talent & Performance section.

Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

Questions? Email the recruiter listed on the job posting or email us at: cce.recruitment@cornell.edu.

Seasonal Positions

There are Summer 2020 employment opportunities with our Primitive Pursuits program, including positions for: Day Camp Wilderness Instructors, Growing Wild (3-5) Instructors, Assistant Camp Director, Camp Coordinator, Field Apprentices as well as many paid internships including admin, field, photography, marketing and more! Learn more and apply online on our website at: http://primitivepursuits.com/summer-employment

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Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Summary of Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid time off is available to all regular full time and part time (20 hours or more) plus some temporary benefits eligible employees (based on length of service):

Holidays-The Association offices close for all major holidays, according to a predetermined schedule and policy (up to 12 days per year). On these days, eligible employees receive compensation, based on their regularly scheduled hours.

Vacation Time- Full-time, part-time and temporary benefits-eligible employees who work more than 6 months are eligible for paid vacation leave in accordance with the vacation accruals.

Sick Leave-Employees earn the equivalent of one day per month, based on scheduled hours per week.Time may be accrued, or saved, up to 200 total working days and can then be used to pay for health insurance costs at retirement from CCE.

Personal Leave- - Newly hired employees are credited with paid personal leave based upon the date of hire in accordance with the following: 3 days (if hired January 1 – April 30), 2 days (May 1 – August 30) and 1 day (if hired on or after September 1). Thereafter, employees are credited with three days of paid personal leave each January 1.

Medical and Supplemental Benefits

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s regular full time, part time (over 20 hours) and temporary benefits eligible employees receive benefits through Cornell University as part of the Contract College system.We provide the following options:

  • New York State Health Insurance Plan which includes choices in coverage providers
  • Emblem Health Dental (no cost to employee and eligible family members)
  • New York State Retirement
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Tax Deferred Annuity
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Group Universal Life Insurance
  • Personal Accidental Insurance
  • Legal Plan Insurance
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • New York’s College Savings Program

In addition, Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County has the following supplemental offerings for eligible employees:

  • Vision Access Program
  • Employee Assistance Program through NexGen