Inside Higher Ed · 5 hours ago
Regional Specialized Agent & Extension Agent II - IV - 4H
Gainesville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expThe University of Florida (UF) is a Land Grant Institution committed to community and innovation. They are seeking a Central District 4-H Regional Specialized Agent to provide leadership and support for 4-H Youth Development programming across the state, aiming to engage 300,000 youth by 2030.
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Responsibilities
Lead statewide efforts in 4-H Club Development and Program Quality (Priority Work Group 1)
Enhance the quality, consistency, and sustainability of 4-H clubs through standards, training, mentoring, and curriculum support
Develop scalable club models (school-based, after-school, project-based, and community clubs) to increase access and youth engagement
Partner with other RSAs and the Volunteer Development/K-12 Educator Development and Youth Development Priority Work Groups to align club practices with statewide growth and impact goals
Advance Extension scholarship through applied research and evaluation that not only contributes to the field but also directly supports Florida 4-H's organizational goals
Collaborate with the State 4-H Program Leader, other RSAs, State Specialized Agents, and UF/IFAS Extension Specialists to ensure programming is research-based, data-driven, and consistent statewide
Develop creative works such as presentations, publications, digital learning tools, and training modules that advance positive youth development and support county professionals and volunteers
Contribute to professional associations, peer networks, and conferences to enhance Florida 4-H's visibility as a national leader in youth development
Seek extramural funding to support innovative programming and agent development
Serve as the primary faculty resource for 4-H in the Central District, providing consultation, coaching, and professional development for county agents
Support county Extension agents in program planning, evaluation, volunteer systems, compliance, and conflict resolution
Work collaboratively with county faculty to identify and resolve challenges early, promoting effective problem-solving and minimizing the need for escalation
Coordinate and deliver professional development for 4-H agents to strengthen capacity and align local programs with statewide goals
Foster a positive, productive, and collaborative professional culture among Central District 4-H agents
Qualification
Required
A master's degree in youth development, education, or other relevant field is required for ranks III or IV. The minimum requirement for an Extension Agent II is a master's degree or 50% of the master's degree completed
8 or more years of experience in youth development, education, or a related field
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in using technology for program delivery and management
Commitment to the mission and values of the 4-H Youth Development program and a commitment to UF core values and UF/IFAS Extension values
Level 2 DCF background screening is required due to the significant youth engagement in this role
Candidates must have a commitment to UF core values
Preferred
A doctorate in a relevant field is preferred for higher levels
Experience in 4-H or Cooperative Extension systems
Demonstrated success in grantsmanship or applied Extension research
Experience with digital tools and platforms for program delivery
Benefits
Numerous professional development opportunities to help team members grow and advance in their careers.
Company
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