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West Regional Director
Stephen Wright, Ph.D.
Regional Director,
West Regional Operations
cell - 419-957-4177
Direct Phone:614-688-0358
wright900@ag.osu.edu
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The overall role of the West Regional Office is to provide leadership to the Extension operations within a region comprised of 29 counties, including all matters affecting personnel, finance, public relations, affirmative action in employment, and business operations. The Regional office encourages a philosophy of teamwork and collegiality within County offices, the region, and state.
The West Regional Office provides day-to-day support toward helping County Extension offices be successful. In this regard, a sample of services provided by the West Regional office is as follows:
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Provides leadership in selection and placement of County Educators and County Extension Directors, including the support for orientation of new Educators and County Directors.
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Assists County Extension Directors and advisory committees with the preparation of county budget requests.
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Provides statewide support to the “Ohio Blue Ribbon Youth Enrollment Program”.
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Fosters communications and positive relationships between County Extension offices and their respective County Commissioners.
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Provides leadership in conflict management and resolution.
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Provides technical support and computer education.
