Extension Volunteer Core Competency
Knowledge of the Organization
An understanding of the history, philosophy, and contemporary nature of NCCE.
Sub-Competency
Proficiencies
Level I Level II Level III
Characteristics Is aware of basic mission, vision, goals of Cooperative Extension-Knows how volunteer's job relates to larger extension organization

Understands how history of organization influences current programs

Knows how the organization is structured

Knows who to contact to initiate action

Knows and interprets NCCE policies and structures

Recognized as leader who can get results in NCCE
Actions Participates in extension orientation

Can explain how extension has helped them

Can explain other resources extension has to offer

Advocates NCCE to other groups and leaders

Can mobilize extension resources to impact problem or issue
April 4, 2001