Virginia Tech Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics · 3 months ago
Associate Specialist, 4-H Program Development, Work and Life Readiness
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $70K/yrVirginia Tech Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics is seeking an Associate Specialist to lead the strategic development and implementation of youth programs that prepare young people for success in life and work. This role involves collaborating with Extension professionals and community partners to enhance work and life readiness across the 4-H system.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic development, implementation, and integration of innovative youth programs that equip young people with the skills needed for success in life, work, and leadership
Play a central role in expanding the Beyond Ready initiative by designing comprehensive, research-informed program components that address career readiness, life skills, and personal development
Collaborate with Extension professionals and community partners to embed work and life readiness principles across the 4-H system, ensuring alignment with existing programs while fostering new, scalable models that meet the evolving needs of Virginia’s youth
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in adult and continuing education, youth development, environmental and natural resources, Extension education, Career and Technical Education, or a related field
Associate Specialists are required to be promoted to Extension Specialist by the sixth year of employment
Extensive experience in designing and implementing community-based Extension or non-formal educational programs, with a strong emphasis on youth development and/or career and life readiness
Demonstrated experience providing leadership using recognized youth development standards
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Commitment to working with a broad audience and colleagues
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver engaging and impactful programs
Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
Commitment to the mission and values of Virginia 4-H
Preferred
A doctoral or terminal degree in adult and continuing education, youth development, environmental and natural resources, Extension education, Career and Technical Education, or a related field
Demonstrated success in securing grants and fundraising to support program initiatives
A strong record of research and scholarly publications in the field of youth development or related areas
Experience in strategic planning and implementation, particularly in the context of educational or youth development programs
Company
Virginia Tech Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics
The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Virginia Tech is a premier, world-class department, ranked globally in the top ten percent.
Founded in 1927
5001-10000 employees
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