North Carolina State University · 1 day ago
Extension Agent, 4-H
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$40K/yr - $50K/yrNorth Carolina State University is seeking an Extension Agent for their 4-H program, focusing on youth development and community engagement. The role involves planning, executing, and evaluating comprehensive 4-H programs to support youth and adults in realizing their full potential through hands-on educational experiences.
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Responsibilities
Serve as manager of the County 4-H Youth Development program
Recruit, train, manage and reward volunteer leaders who will guide 4-H clubs, assist with the planning and coordination of events and activities, and generally support and promote the 4-H agent and program
Manage a county-wide 4-H advisory council that will help identify programmatic needs, support programmatic efforts and champion 4-H in the local community
Develop a marketing program that attracts youth and volunteers from all sectors of the county, to assure inclusivity and efficient impact of programs
Evaluate programming efforts to determine individual program and over-all 4-H program effectiveness for reporting and further marketing of the 4-H youth development program
Program Administration: Maintaining accurate records for youth and volunteer leaders and assuring that the program is in compliance with local, state and national regulations – to include but not be limited to the NC State University Programming with Minors regulations and financial management – to include but not be limited to monitoring county 4-H club accounts, charters and IRS compliance
Manage and grow the 4-H Youth Development program through clubs, school enrichment, summer programs, special interest, and traditional 4-H camps
Ensure the 4-H program is accessible to youth across the county
Develop community relationships while working closely with the Family and Consumer Science Agent, Digital Skills Agent, Agriculture Agents, and Administration
Promote and encourage participation in county, district, state, and national level 4-H programs
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in child or youth development or related field
A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field
Completion of a Master's degree with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a field related to child or youth development or in a related field with work experience in Extension or working/teaching
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Ability to work with, interact with, and respect, broad populations
Ability to recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders to extend youth programming to the broadest audience possible
Computer literacy (proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Office)
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities
Ability to travel and work after-hours and weekends as needed (will be seasonally extensive)
Ability to network with community partners and agencies and maintain working relationships
Must be able to lift and carry training supplies, publications, and equipment needed for training and youth programs
Valid NC Driver's License required
Preferred
Master's degree from an accredited university in a field related to child and youth development
Experience planning programs and working in a wide range of communities
Experience working effectively as a team member
Ability to manage time, as well as program, financial, and human resources (volunteers)
Experience and knowledge in mass media, marketing, and presentations
Skills in leadership, citizenship, budget management, and public relations
Bilingual preferred
Benefits
Paid time off
Paid tuition
Health Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Retirement Savings
Supplemental Benefits Programs
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North Carolina State University
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