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Extension Specialist - Natural Resources and Environmental

Position located Weston, WV WVU Extension Jackson's Mill

WVU Extension Service (WVUES) seeks a dynamic and innovative professional to provide statewide support and coordination for natural resources and environmental education programs. This is a full-time faculty appointment based at Jackson's Mill State 4-H Camp.

The specialist will report to the WVU Extension Service State 4-H Youth Development Program Director.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direction and vision to Extension natural resources and environmental education programs, including 4-H project workshops, skill-a-thons, camps, afterschool programs, and school enrichment programs.

• Communicate with participants, collaborators, and donors.

• Provide leadership and collaborate with colleagues for development or acquisition of effective natural resource and environmental educational programs and curriculums, provide training, resources and contacts that support the growth of team members and partners to address issues, develop evaluation strategies and report results.

• Develop and maintain curricula and training materials to address science content areas; ensuring that curricula materials match WV Department of Education standards.

• Conduct in-service education for field faculty, staff, volunteers, afterschool providers and school teachers.

• Support county-based faculty in natural resources and environmental science programming.

• Recruiting and training volunteers to assist with programs and activities.

• Assist in the planning, design, and development of natural resource and environmental education facilities and programs at Jackson's Mill.

• Seek grants and private gifts (in cooperation with the WVU Foundation) to support assigned programs.

• Serve as principal investigator for program area grants.

• Other duties as assigned to support the overall goals of WVU Extension Service 4-H Youth Development.

• Serve and provide leadership on local, regional, state, college and university committees and non-university committees on state and national levels.

• Conduct needs assessments to determine best practices and appropriate strategies to improve Extension STEM education efforts and to increase the number of WV youth going into STEM college majors and professional fields.

• Serve as a team member of the 4-H Youth Development Unit Leadership Team.

• Participate in relevant STEM state and national professional development, workgroups and associations.

• Be responsible for managing allocated budgets using Extension best financial practices.

• Serve as a mentor for new faculty.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Doctorate degree preferred and Master's Degree required with a degree in an appropriate discipline closely related to the natural resource management / education, environmental studies / sciences, STEM fields, and/or education. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in Extension program development and evaluation, have an appreciation and understanding of Extension and 4-H programs, and have an understanding of the diverse programming offered by WVU Extension Service. Candidates should have excellent organizational skills and be able to manage multiple programs.

Experience:

• Formal training in education or at least three (3) years of experience in education or training.

• Demonstrated expertise in program development and evaluation.

• Demonstrated understanding of Extension and 4-H programs.

• Demonstrated interpersonal and public relations skills, as well as written and oral communications skills.

• Experience working with youth and adults.

Requirements:

• Driver's license and personal transportation

Position Assignment:

• This is a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track position.

• The successful candidate will be evaluated for providing a significant contribution in teaching and service with a reasonable contribution in research with WVU Extension Service.

Application Process:

If you meet the stated requirements and would like to be considered for the position, ALL of the following information must be submitted using https://jobs.wvu.edu:

• A cover letter indicating the position that you are applying for and outlining experience and qualifications.

• Resume or curriculum vitae including date(s) of employment, supervisor(s) names, and contact information.

• A list of three references (including address, e-mail, and phone) who can reflect on your professional strengths.

• Transcripts conferring your Bachelor's and Master' s.

• Expected start date is May 6, 2019.

The Alumni Association at West Virginia University is seeking a professional, hard-working and dedicated employee for the position of Facilities Worker for afternoon shift. This position will provide a variety of support services in order to maintain the interior appearance of the Erickson Alumni Center and exterior appearance of Alumni Center grounds. Work involves adhering to established procedures, techniques and safety requirements with some judgement required to interpret instructions. The position has frequent public contact with Alumni Center clientele.

In order to be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will:

• Clean and maintain the interior and exterior appearance of the Alumni Center including meeting rooms, offices, bathrooms, public areas, etc. by sweeping, mopping, stripping, and waxing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, rugs and upholstery, dusting and polishing furniture, washing and cleaning walls, ceilings, doors, windows, etc., and performing other related internal cleaning activities.

• Operate various equipment in performance of duties such as brooms, mops, vacuums, shampooers, high-speed burnishers, buffers, etc.

• Mix and dilute commercial strength disinfectants, germicidal detergents and other stringent cleaning solutions.

• Relocate offices and meeting rooms within building by lifting, loading and unloading furniture, file cabinets, boxes, etc. onto hand trucks, dollies and box vans for transportation.

• Implement energy conservation best practices at the Alumni Center.

• Follow best risk management practices recommended by BRIM (Board of Risk and Insurance Management) as directed by the Assistant Director – Facilities and Management.

• Execute the set up and break down of equipment (e.g. tables, chairs, staging, pipe and drape, dance floors, tents, etc.) associated with events held in the facility and on facility grounds, meeting the needs of Alumni Center clientele.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager, Assistant Director – Facilities or President and CEO.

Work Hours: Afternoon shift

Pay Grade: 7

• High school diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of vocational experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

• No experience required; six (6) months of experience is preferred

• Physical capability to perform duties of the position including:

• Long periods of standing and walking

• Bending, stooping and climbing

• Lifting of heavy items weighing approximately 50-75 pounds

If you're both an animal lover and a people person, a position in one of our stores might be a great fit. We're looking for people with a strong commitment to helping pets and their parents experience their very best lives together. When you join us, you'll be part of a great team, working together to achieve sales goals while doing work you truly love

Purpose Statement:

Accountable for driving sales and for the overall effective operations within the area of aquatics, reptile, bird and small companion animals. Position is responsible for the welfare of all live animals and merchandise within the department. Responsible for the achievement of the Companion Animal department's budgeted sales goals, gross margin, animal and merchandise shrink targets, managing inventory levels, supply cost, reported budgeted expense rates and budgeted contribution.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure the health, proper handling and welfare of all animals are met according to P&Ps, including completion of hourly animal check list and wellness cards. Follow Vet Protocol for all sick animals.

• Directly supervises the Aquatics Specialist(s), leads and coaches all store partners in providing great guest service and in performing their assigned tasks with the objective of achieving budgeted sales.

• Ensure all supply back stock is worked daily and all other department back stock a minimum of 3x per week.

• Responsible for proper ordering of live animals to maximize sales, margin and inventory. Analyze inventory management data for the department and make recommendations for improvement.

• Ensure OSE standards are maintained in the department.

• Provide training and coaching in GUEST and product knowledge to partners daily on the sales floor and on an ongoing basis. Ensure a friendly and courteous atmosphere by all partners in the department.

• Achieve minimum presentation standards at all times in aquatics.

• In partnership with the SL/GEL ensure proper scheduling is being maintained in the department to ensure in- stock goals and guest service during peak hours.

• Partner with the Inventory Leader to ensure in-stock levels. Goals are achieved by reporting max changes or requested overrides are achieving I.M. grade.

• Effectively organize and price all clearance merchandise for the department.

• Assist the SL/GEL in planning out location changes needed to the grid and ad planner to maximize sales.

• Communicate all situations and/or conditions to the SL/GEL that affect the store (e.g. guest complaints, item requests, inadequate inventory levels, etc.).

• Ensure the proper handling and documentation for all Adoption Animals.

• Ensure the completion of all Planograms, Cut Ins and Reworks.

• Perform duties and assume responsibility as Leader on Duty (LOD) as needed.

• Perform all special or other projects as assigned.

LOD Key Accountabilities:

• Provide quick and courteous service to all guests by utilizing the GUEST Model throughout the store.

• Ensure OSE standards are maintained throughout the store

• Ensure that the store is opened and / or closed in accordance with established P&Ps

• Provide training and coaching in GUEST and product knowledge to store partners.

• In partnership with the Store Leader and/or Guest Experience Leader ensure proper store scheduling is being maintained to ensure guest service during peak hours.

• Adhere to and promote established safety procedures.

• Assist the Guest Experience Leader and/or Store Leader in planning out location changes needed to the grid and ad planner to maximize sales.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Directly supervise all Aquatics partners. Provide guidance and training to partners. Complete performance evaluations for partners.

Work Environment:

The majority of job duties are conducted indoors, although merchandise stocking and customer carry-outs will require that an associate leave the store briefly. Because this position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 50 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. The large majority of this associate's time will be spent in direct contact with our customers.

Education and Experience:

A high school diploma or G.E.D. is required. Previous experience in retail setting as a department leader, team lead or sales partner. Successful completion of all 4 CAS certification. Experience supervising partners, or demonstrating an aptitude for training, motivation and sales technologies, analytical abilities as well as a professional appearance and demeanor.

If you're both an animal lover and a people person, a position in one of our stores might be a great fit. We're looking for people with a strong commitment to helping pets and their parents experience their very best lives together. When you join us, you'll be part of a great team, working together to achieve sales goals while doing work you truly love.

Purpose Statement:

Responsible for assisting the Store Leader in achieving the store's budgeted sales and profit goals. Ensure that all merchandise is accurately received, priced, stocked and backroom is maintained per OSE standards.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensures 100% pricing accuracy, including verifying all pricing labels are up and are accurate with regard to correct price and current offer date.

• Facilitates the unloading and stocking of merchandise according to operational guidelines and OSE standards.

• Ensures that the store is well stocked and inventory counts are accurate.

• In partnership with Store Leader, ensures staffing levels are appropriate for receiving and processing stock.

• Ensures that the backroom and equipment is organized and clean per OSE standards.

• Prioritizes merchandise moving to sales floor and areas to be stocked, including POG and end cap sets

• Perform routine housekeeping tasks to maintain the stores appearance and meet OSE standards.

• Ensures highest productivity levels are achieved for receiving, processing and stocking.

• Trains and develops partners on proper receiving, processing and stocking procedures, WMR and food rotation practices according to Petco standards.

• Abides by and enforces all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to those designed to minimize shrink.

• Adhere to and promote established safety procedures.

• Ensures the facilitation and accuracy/integrity of the Blue Dot program.

• Ensure that unforgivable items are in stock at all times.

• Directly supervises the Merchandise Operations Specialists. Leads and coaches all store partners in providing great guest service and performing their assigned task with the objective of achieving budgeted sales.

• Ensures RTV and Hazardous Waste processed are managed per Petco policy.

• Communicate all situations and/or conditions that affect the store to the Guest Experience Leader and/or Store Leader (e.g. guest complaints, item requests, inadequate inventory levels).

• Perform all special or other projects as assigned and assume responsibility as Leader on Duty (LOD) as needed.

LOD Key Accountabilities:

• Provide quick and courteous service to all guests by utilizing the GUEST Model throughout the store.

• Ensure OSE standards are maintained throughout the store

• Ensure that the store is opened and / or closed in accordance with established P&Ps

• Provide training and coaching in GUEST and product knowledge to store partners.

• In partnership with the Store Leader and/or Guest Experience Leader ensure proper store scheduling is being maintained to ensure guest service during peak hours.

• Adhere to and promote established safety procedures.

• Assist the Guest Experience Leader and/or Store Leader in planning out location changes needed to the grid and ad planner to maximize sales.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Directly supervise the Merchandise Operations Specialist. Complete performance evaluations for partners.

Work Environment:

The majority of job duties are conducted indoors, although merchandise receiving, merchandise carry-outs, or stock balancing will require leaving the store briefly. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and pull 2000 lbs utilizing material handling equipment. Improper use of safety equipment and/or not following proper lifting techniques may pose of risk of injury to customers, pets, and store partners.

Education and Experience:

A high school diploma or its equivalent (GED) is required. Previous experience in retail setting as an inventory leader, department leader, team lead, Merchandise Ops Specialist or store partner. Experience supervising store partners, or demonstrating an aptitude for training, motivation and sales techniques, analytical abilities as well as a professional appearance and demeanor.

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POS# 4978

Date Posted: 2019-04-11

The West Virginia University Research Corporation is seeking applications for a Research Analyst in the School of Medicine Department of Dermatology. This position is responsible for analyzing data for faculty and staff.

In order to be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will:

• Coordinate and assist with case reports, chart reviews, projects, review articles, and research.

• Examine large databases through programming languages such as QSL and utilize statistical programs such as SAS and SPSS.

• Manages projects and serves on planning team to improve research curriculum.

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or other STEM-related field;

• Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• One (1) year of experience in project management and research analysis

• Proficiency in MATLAB, SPSS, SAS and SQL

• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite

• Ability to analyze date and identify the underlying principles, reasons or facts by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

• Ability to process information including compiling, coding, categorizing, tabulating, auditing or verifying information or data.

• Ability to use computers and computer systems to program, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

• Knowledge in medical terminology

The WVU Extension Service (WVUES) is seeking applications for a Materials Handler. This position, headquartered in Weston, WV, leads and coordinates activities for the preparation of a variety of meals (sit down, buffet, catered, family-style and banquet) for each conference or event (100,000 guests annually) held at Jackson's Mill State 4-H Camp.

In order to be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will:

• Clean and disinfect food service areas, including kitchen equipment, utensils, serving counters, hot and cold food bars, dishwasher and conveyor line.

• Prepare food items according to food production orders and recipes.

• Prepare salad mixes and spreads by measuring, grinding, slicing and mixing ingredients.

• Wash and clean fruits and vegetables using standard kitchen equipment.

• Prepare service areas, including salad bar, hot line, condiments and beverage machines.

• Ensure proper temperatures for hot and cold foods.

• Adequately stock service and dining areas.

• Set up dining hall tables, chairs, decorations and related equipment.

• Assist with clearing tables and disassembly after event.

• Utilize Resort Data Processing software to verify information pertaining to scheduled events such as meal choices, numbers and special requests.

• Prepare food using various techniques such as grilling, baking, roasting, broiling, slicing, etc.

• Deliver food and beverage items to locations on Jackson's Mill campus using a state vehicle.

• Evaluate food service operations and recommend changes to improve quality of service provided. Monitor work area performance to ensure minimum waste of food products.

• Train, orient, instruct, assign and lead temporary employees.

• Check in delivery trucks and rotate stock.

• Perform inventory as required.

The WVU Extension Service is a primary outreach division of West Virginia University, embracing the heart of the University's land-grant mission. With offices in each of the state's 55 counties, Extension helps West Virginians improve their quality of life and solve problems through the application of research and evidence-based knowledge. Our educators and volunteers build and help sustain collaborations and partnerships with people and organizations across the state to improve their lives and communities.

Work Hours: Various shifts (37.5 hours per week) based on event schedule

Pay Grade: 9

• High School diploma or GED required; associates degree in culinary arts preferred

• At least (6) months of experience in the following:

• Preparing food in a high production operation

• Using high production kitchen equipment

• Commercial food inventory management

• Computerized software experience

• Leading and delegating

The Reed College of Media at West Virginia University seeks a Professional Technologist to oversee the development and implementation of the graphic design and website development for all websites and major applications at the College of Media. This position is responsible for day-to-day maintenance of the College's online presence, including web design and enforcement of the WVU brand guidelines in alignment with accessibility standards. This position will coordinate and implement many types of web technologies including responsive design, flexible grid systems and progressive enhancement techniques. This person will coordinate, create and incorporate into web applications a variety of rich media journalism content, including interactive features, databases and multimedia projects. Responsible for design for slideshows, videos, Facebook, Twitter, other social media, HTML e-mail design and validation and designs that integration with print pieces. Oversees web calendars, blogs, and forms.

In order to be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will:

• Design for high-profile websites and web-based projects for the WVU Reed College of Media.

• Understand emerging web and design technology.

• Follow the design process for creating websites, including planning, research, development, testing and implementation.

• Develop HTML5, CSS3 for implementing WVU websites, including grid system, responsive design within the CleanSlate content management system.

• Serve as a creative designer for web projects, attending the initial intake meetings with clients for website design.

• Work closely with designers at University Relations-Web for approval on designs.

• Follow WVU brand standards for all websites (typography, logo usage, color palette, grid system, and pattern usage).

• Design web-based ads as needed and work with publications to place ads according to technical requirements.

• Code HTML5 and CSS3 for websites.

• Edit photography as needed.

• Assist in troubleshooting problems with pages in various browsers and able to fix these problems.

• Consult with all WVU Reed College of Media faculty and staff to provide training, request design input and ensure branding standards are met.

• Execute daily updates of all web pages and web projects.

• Work with integrated teams to develop and implement marketing strategies for web design.

• Understand audience of each website and target information in each website.

• Support the marketing strategies through the stages of developments for major projects.

• Look at other marketing tools such as brochures, etc., to ensure web designs are on brand and reflect similar messages to the correct audiences.

• Research other online marketing tools that are becoming available to use.

• Translate University's branding and publication standards to all products.

• Develop HTML e-mail templates for communication.

• Serve as designer on advertising, banner displays, magazines and promotional items as needed.

The WVU Reed College of Media is an ACEJMC-accredited program with more than 1,200 students enrolled in its undergraduate and graduate programs. The university has approximately 30,000 students and is located in Morgantown, WV, about 70 miles south of Pittsburgh, PA, and a three-hour drive to Washington, DC.

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphics Art preferred but Computer software, Management Information systems, Computer Engineering or other related fields or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Two years experience in working on Web design prototyping, writing CSS (cascading style sheets), converting Photoshop to HTML5, XHTML, CSS3, and creating print publications with InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.

The Department of Student Financial Support & Services is seeking applications for a Temporary Student Services Representative (Program Assistant I). This position will serve as the initial point of contact for West Virginia University students, prospective students, families and alumni by means of the Mountaineer Hub, the connection to financial aid, scholarships, student employment, registrar, and student accounts and revenue services. This position will serve by assisting, counseling and resolving customer complex questions and/or issues through listening, fact gathering, decision-making, and analytical skills in a helpful, courteous manner as member of cross-functional team.

In order to be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will:

• Assist and serve students via the Mountaineer Hub Help Center with matters related to financial aid, loans, scholarships, student employment, billing and accounts, housing and rent, registration, and student health insurance. Primary contact mode is via telephone.

• Handle general questions as well as specific student's issues by providing information and general counsel in order to resolve majority of inquiries and refer when needed to other staff or internal departments across campus.

• Process inquiries and disseminate information obtained from student information systems related to financial aid, student accounts receivable including room and board, registration, student withdrawal, refunds, and third-party sponsors. This may include collecting and analyzing student account and financial aid awards, loan verifications, and assisting with processing all related documentation.

• Responsible for understanding and interpreting WVU policies and procedures and ensuring that corresponding guidance is properly communicated to students, parents, and other constituencies. Thus, a general knowledge of policy, procedures and systems for Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, Housing and University Apartments, Extended Learning and other student operations is required.

• Assist WVU students and other constituencies in understanding financial aid/account records, providing advice on payment options and arrangements.

• Provide guidance on use of HUB self-service terminals and completion of various electronic forms and processes.

• Receive and review confidential documents regarding financial aid, student records, employment, and accounts. Verifies proper completion and accuracy of forms.

• Prepare outgoing correspondence and communications which may include letters, forms, email, brochures, and web-content.

• Properly verify identity of student or FERPA documentation prior to sharing secured information.

• Respond to telephone inquiries regarding financial aid, registration, payment arrangements, etc. and log each communication within designated tracking system to record reason for inquiry and response provided.

• Make targeted outgoing calls to students and parents as part of outreach on outstanding requirements for completion of financial aid applications, or notifications on payments due and collections.

• Bring to management's attention critical problems requiring immediate attention.

• Participate in cross training in functions of but not limited to financial aid, student accounts, registrar, and student insurance. In turn, participate in the training of new temporary or student workers.

• Uses professional judgement at all times, ensuring that professional demeanor at all times in an at-time emotional and high-volume environment.

• Provide support to Assistant Director and Mountaineer Hub Director as tasks, special projects, and activities arise to achieve institutional missions and unit objectives as time and work load dictates. Participation may include coordinating and leading assigned project team, innovating new or improved methods of operation, developing policy or procedure drafts.

Pay grade: 12

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred. Associates Degree in Business, Accounting, Banking or related field required or equivalent higher education experience will be considered in absence of degree.

• One (1) year of customer service related experience, preferably in higher education. Experience preferred in interacting with large numbers of people, some of whom may be tense or emotional due to nature of financial aid and accounts payable.

• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to promote and maintain university goodwill.

• Highly motivated work ethic in order to perform some repetitive but important duties, must be innovative and self-starting.

• Ability to identify and resolve critical issues.

• Ability to work with confidential information and issues in a professional and responsible manner.

• Ability to listen, empathize, and comfort parents and students in difficult or stressful situations.

• Computer knowledge and software programs (i.e. Banner, Oracle, Argos, MS Office, DegreeWorks).

• Ability to be thorough, obtaining complete and accurate information.

• Good mathematical and writing skills.