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NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago

4--H Youth Development Program Associate

Hampton, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$16.16/hr - $16.16/hr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Youth Development Program Associate for the Virginia Cooperative Extension. In this role, you will plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs for youth, build relationships with local leaders, and organize impactful initiatives to foster growth and learning.

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Responsibilities

Conducts 4-H educational programs for youth at various neighborhood locations; ensures that all programs conform to VCE and 4-H guidelines; ensures the all programs address the needs of the community and youth servicing organizations/agencies

Evaluates the success of each program and provides statistics on the participants; completes all other related paperwork

Visits key leaders in targeted communities and/or youth serving organizations/agencies to determine the viability of organizing 4-H clubs or programs

Assists in the formation of those clubs or programs, ensuring balanced extension programs and the implementation of the VCE Civil Rights Compliance Plan

Meets as needed with the Hampton 4-H leaders; recruits adults to become 4-H volunteer leaders. Involves parents of youth when appropriate

Participates in monthly VCE staff meetings and attends training as assigned

Participates in quarterly Extension Leadership Council meetings

Assists in answering telephones and keeping 4-H files updated

Performs other related duties as required

Qualification

Youth program experienceLesson planningComputer experienceInterpersonal skillsLeadership skillsTeam skillsEffective communicationFlexibility

Required

Graduation from high school or successful completion of GED

Requires a minimum of one (1) year of programmatic experience in working with youth ages 5-19

Requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience in preparing lesson plans and conducting instructional programs for youth

Requires flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills; ability to work with diverse populations; good interpersonal, leadership and team skills; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria

Individuals under consideration for this position will be subject to criminal background and Child Protective Services checks

Preferred

Computer experience preferred

Benefits

Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or Sentara EAP website).

Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.

Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.