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.

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Open Positions

4-H Primitive Pursuits Program & Camp Director

This role provides operational and administrative support for year-round programming, including weekend pre/teen programs, homeschool and adult programs, after-school activities, and school break programs. The Director manages the program budget, ensures financial stability, and acts as a liaison between marketing, administration, and field staff. The director also oversees the 4-H Primitive Pursuits Summer Camp, which includes managing camp preparation, camper registration, class scheduling, and billing. This position requires a combination of administrative oversight, program coordination, and leadership to ensure the success and smooth operation of both the school year programs and camp.

• This is a full time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible position. Compensation is $62,400 annually.
• Master’s degree in camp administration, youth development, education or related educational field required as well as 2 years of volunteer or related work experience.
• Other qualifications include the ability to work long hours, in an outdoor setting, requiring regular physical activity; outstanding communication and teamwork skills; experience managing staff and creating age-appropriate lesson plans in a wide range of instructional areas; and ability to transport/move supplies and equipment and climb stairs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Please apply by January 20, 2026. The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.

Read details of the position's responsibilities, full qualifications, and find instructions & a link to apply on Workday.

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Distributed Wind Program Educator

This role is responsible for the programmatic and administrative direction, management, and coordination of the Distributed Wind Program, a state-wide renewable energy education program focused on education on distributed wind resources and technologies for farmers, small rural businesses, and other key stakeholders.

This position provides administrative support; program guidance (with assessment and development oversight provided by the supervising Senior Resource Educator); direct outreach to the ag community and other key stakeholders; and acts as the liaison to National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL), Pacific Northwest National Lab (PNNL), and other subject matter experts.

• This is a full time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible position. Compensation is $62,400 annually.
• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Energy, or related field, or relevant experience required.
• Other qualifications include knowledge and experience with emerging issues in energy and agriculture, the ability to create and manage complex budgets with multiple funding sources including grants, ability to self-direct and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and skills in the use of modern electronic technology and software.
• Please apply by January 20, 2026. The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.

Read details of the position's responsibilities, full qualifications, and find instructions & a link to apply on Workday.

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Internship Opportunities

See current internship opportunities at  CCETompkins.org/Internships.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for providing equal program and employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws.

Last updated January 20, 2026