Jobs

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.

Open Positions

4-H Primitive Pursuits Communications Coordinator

The individual in this role is responsible for the implementation of coordinated public relations and marketing efforts as well as creating engaging online and offline marketing content for 4-H Primitive Pursuits. This position involves diversified duties requiring knowledge of marketing, public relations, desktop publishing and website software. They will work in partnership with 4-H staff in all projects regarding planning for and creating marketing materials to promote the programs of 4-H Primitive Pursuits.

• This is a part time, 24 hours per week, non-exempt, benefits eligible position. 
• Compensation paid at the rate of $23 per hour.
• Associate degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma + 1 yr transferrable program/functional experience) required.
• Qualifications include the ability to design and technically execute creative, dynamic and interactive user-friendly web pages; familiarity with basic design software, web editing software, and e-commerce software; and computer literacy, including experience with the Macintosh and/or PC-based Windows environment.

See details of the position, full qualifications, and a link to apply online.

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Dryden OURS Program Educator

This individual will deliver a community- and school-based youth development program in conjunction with similar programs throughout Tompkins County, delivering educational youth programs that address locally developed priorities. They will receive support and supervision from Rural Youth Services, the 4-H Issue Leader, and CCE Tompkins. This person receives guidance from the local Youth Commission to implement and evaluate the program. The position will require supervision of program assistants and direction of volunteers and interns to meet program needs.

• This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, non-exempt, benefits eligible position. 
• Compensation paid at the rate of $20.16 per hour.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education (Associate’s degree with 2 years transferrable program/functional experience) required.
• Qualifications include experience in organizing and implementing programs to meet the identified needs of youth; ability to motivate, develop and relate to middle and secondary school-age youth; and ability to work as a team member with local planning groups, schools, professionals and support staff, youth, parents, volunteers, and representatives of other community agencies and organizations.

See details of the position, full qualifications, and a link to apply online.

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Payment for Ecosystem Services Educator

This individual is responsible for assisting with the development of a Tompkins County-wide pilot Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) program as well as creating and disseminating educational programming and materials in support of this and similar programs for agricultural and landowner audiences. Works under the direction of the Agriculture and Horticulture Issue Leader and with support and guidance from the Finger Lakes PES Work Team. Facilitates conversations across diverse stakeholders to inform program design, specifically with and for historically disadvantaged farmers.

• This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, non-exempt, benefits eligible position. 
• Compensation starts at $26.50 per hour.
• Master’s Degree required in Agricultural Economics, Regional Planning, Environmental Science, Agriculture, Ecology or a related field.
• Qualifications include ability to lead and to relate effectively to program staff, co-workers, advisors, community and professional leaders, clientele and diverse groups/audiences and involve people in determining program direction; strong organizational and project management skills; ability to assist in grant writing and reporting; and strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively with advisory boards and committees, farmers, community and funding partners.

See details of the position, full qualifications, and a link to apply online. Applications accepted until December 1, 2024.

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4-H Acres Cleaner

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.

• Pay starting at $28/hour.
• Qualifications include experience in cleaning and janitorial services, ability to effectively communicate via email, and ability to perform the physical demands of the position. 
• Must have reliable transportation.
• This is a part-time, 6 hours per week, benefits-ineligible, non-exempt position.

See full details of the position, and apply by submitting a resume and three references to our Human Resources office, tompkins-hr@cornell.edu. The search will remain open until a candidate is found.

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Internship Opportunities

See current internship opportunities at  CCETompkins.org/Internships.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Last updated November 21, 2024