Extension Educator, Community Development in Noble County
Extension Educator, Community Development in Noble County to conduct programming for OSU Extension targeted to local needs. An earned Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at the time of hire is required. Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in the field of economic development, public administration, business administration, community planning, community development, applied economics or a related field.
For complete position description and online application instructions, please go to www.jobsatosu.com and click Search Postings. Under Job Opening Number, type 436646. To assure consideration you must apply by 4/1/2018. The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.
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