This position will serve as a Fort Drum Information & Referrals Marketing Specialist for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County and will provide support to the Fort Drum Information and Referral Program. This position will assist with the planning and coordinating of short and long-range marketing plans and objectives for Soldier and Family Readiness Division programs, services, and initiatives, will organize and coordinate educational activities and events relating to these identified programs as delegated; and will coordinate assigned aspects of class registrations, preparing class materials (creating class packets, organizing class materials, etc.) and/or reporting processes; and providing other assistance in the support of programming efforts as needed. This position will conduct social media efforts and will be responsible for writing, design/layout of program flyers, newsletters, etc. This position will promote and support program activities and serve as an accessible resource to program staff and volunteers as appropriate, will utilize existing program resources and materials in program work. This position will support program activities and requirements consistent with the Soldier and Family Readiness Division and program accreditation standards. This position will represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to the general public, community leaders and government officials in a professional manner. Will appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.

    

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

All applicants must apply online by close of day on May 15, 2026 to be considered for this position. All applicants must submit an application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.

All External Applicants (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.

All Internal Applicants (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/. 

Please contact Erin O'Rourke Parnapy, Assistant Manager for Human Resources and Operations at 315-788-8450 with questions. 

POSITION DETAILS:

This position is a full-time non-exempt position - 100% FTE, 40 hours per week. The hourly rate for this position is $20.00. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, NYS retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.

POSITION INFORMATION:

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (High School Diploma/GED and one (1) year transferable program/functional experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Information and Referral guidelines, procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of community, social and human service organizations, employment services and resources.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize program resources within the Fort Drum and general community.
• Demonstrated ability to implement sound judgement in assessing fiscal need and follow directions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to initiate, organize, and implement established goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse ages, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work and relate effectively with co-workers, customers, volunteers and community leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written and visual means.
• Demonstrated ability to use telephone systems.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality when required.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work within strict timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to use standard computer programs to support position responsibilities.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery, Evaluation and Applied Research - 15%

• Implement already-established Fort Drum educational programing and activities as