{"id":8308,"date":"2019-02-12T08:41:19","date_gmt":"2019-02-12T13:41:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/plugged-in\/?page_id=8308"},"modified":"2020-03-07T10:30:23","modified_gmt":"2020-03-07T15:30:23","slug":"role-description","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/plugged-in\/program-volunteer-resources\/county-executive-committee\/role-description\/","title":{"rendered":"Role Description"},"content":{"rendered":"

Purpose<\/strong><\/h3>\n

To support the county Extension office and county Extension staff in implementing the University of Maine Cooperative Extension plan of work in a way that addresses the needs and interests of county residents and aligns with Extension\u2019s mission to help Maine people improve their lives through an educational process that uses research-based knowledge focused on issues and needs.<\/em><\/p>\n

Time Commitment<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • Approximately 8 Executive Committee meetings per year, typically held weekday evenings.<\/li>\n
  • New members are elected annually for a fixed year term unless specified otherwise.<\/li>\n
  • Standing and ad-hoc committees meet, as-needed, to review educational programs, the budget, nomination of new members, and volunteer recognition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Promote the educational programs of UMaine Cooperative Extension by:<\/p>\n

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    • Becoming familiar with the staff and programs of the County Extension office.<\/li>\n
    • Assisting in publicizing UMaine Cooperative Extension educational programs to reach diverse audiences.<\/li>\n
    • Bringing a grassroots perspective to support program staff in developing and assessing effective educational programs that address community needs to reach plan of work outcomes.<\/li>\n
    • Educating citizens, county commissioners, legislators and other community leaders regarding Extension\u2019s educational program impacts.<\/li>\n
    • Attending scheduled Executive Committee meetings and participating on standing and ad-hoc committees.<\/li>\n
    • Signing and completing all mandatory agreements and training.<\/li>\n
    • Helping to prioritize staffing needs by making recommendations to Extension administration and serving on search committees as requested.<\/li>\n
    • Overseeing the preparation of the County Extension office budget.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Qualifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      • Commitment to helping people help themselves through an educational process.<\/li>\n
      • Ability to work as a team member.<\/li>\n
      • Interest in UMaine Cooperative Extension educational programs.<\/li>\n
      • General knowledge of educational needs and issues in your geographic area.<\/li>\n
      • Commitment to promoting programs that support diversity, inclusivity and equity for program participants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Resources Available and Training Provided<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        • Orientation for new members.<\/li>\n
        • County Executive Committee manual.<\/li>\n
        • Networking with staff and committee members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Benefits<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          • Becoming aware of the broad range of educational programs, publications and courses available to meet the public\u2019s need through University of Maine Cooperative Extension.<\/li>\n
          • Serving as a team member, building upon and learning new leadership skills.<\/li>\n
          • Networking with committee members and the community.<\/li>\n
          • Giving back to your community and making a difference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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