Program/Extension Aide IV – Cals – Department of Global Development

Program/Extension Aide IV – Cals – Department of Global Development

Requirements

• Associate degree; 2 to 4 years of experience or equivalent combination; Coursework in event management, financial management, computer applications, and other job-related skills.
• Prior experience with responsibility for interacting with a diverse group of individuals, monitoring budgets and financial records, arranging events, and using computer applications.
• Proficiency with electronic mail (Outlook), Microsoft Word, Excel, FileMaker, university accounting software, social media presence, marketing, website maintenance and electronic calendar (Outlook) is required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be very detailed and accurate, methodical, well-spoken, and be accurate in spelling, grammar, and proof-reading.
• Ability to work well with others is required while creating a high-quality professional and respectful work environment.
• Experience that demonstrates sound judgment, creativity, management, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work well within a team of professionals.
• Must be able to work independently while supporting the efforts of an overall team.
• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy with a wide range of internal and external constituencies is a must. Must have demonstrated ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner.
• Desire to represent and promote New York State food and agriculture systems.
• Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted NYS driver’s license and be cleared to drive for university business.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Responsibilities

• Provide program/administrative support to the LeadNY Program in the Department of Global Development.
• Support the Executive Director of the Lead New York Program by coordinating and managing activities associated with the program.
• Manage program on a day-to-day basis by scheduling facilities; obtaining materials; establish protocols for set-up and take-down; securing speakers and tour locations; initiating and arranging complex travel and group accommodations; preparing program resources.
• Adhere to and work within budget limitation; may develop and manage program budgets, monitor purchases and supplies.
• Serve as resource and contact for stakeholders and may facilitate program development; advise participants on standard procedures and assist with problems.
• Recommend and implement programmatic policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with other segments of the department and individuals or organizations outside of the University.
• Participate in strategic and operational planning for the program.
• Represent the program as an on-site administrator at events both on and off-campus; monitor quality issues; interact with and advise multiple stakeholders; troubleshoot problems.
• Develop, update, and distribute all marketing materials for the program; provide input and assist in developing marketing strategies.
• May negotiate performance, service and/or supply contracts required by the program.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.
• Some overnight travel required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cornell experience highly desired.
• Advanced familiarity with Cornell systems highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of marketing, publishing software and social media helpful. Familiar with sponsored, gift and foundation accounts.