Volunteer Middle Managers: Human Resources that Extend Programmatic Outreach

Extension professionals must be able to give volunteers programmatic ownership and the resources and education they need to complete their tasks. However, resources are limited, especially in economic downtimes, making it even more necessary to look at creative ways to bridge the gap between what pr...

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Published in:Journal of extension 2010-10, Vol.48 (5)
Main Authors: Cassill, Heather, Culp, Ken, Hettmansperger, Jay, Stillwell, Marla
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Extension professionals must be able to give volunteers programmatic ownership and the resources and education they need to complete their tasks. However, resources are limited, especially in economic downtimes, making it even more necessary to look at creative ways to bridge the gap between what programs and services can and should be delivered. A middle manager program was developed as a tool to more effectively involve volunteer leaders and assist Extension professionals. Eight position descriptions and corresponding planning aids were developed, in addition to an agent strategy to aid Extension professionals in implementing the middle manager program.
ISSN:0022-0140
1077-5315
DOI:10.34068/joe.48.05.28