4-H Coordinator- San Juan County

Utah State University; Utah; On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Utah State University seeks a qualified individual to coordinate youth programs in San Juan County. This part-time position (20-25 hours weekly) involves recruiting volunteers, supporting 4-H clubs, and promoting educational opportunities.

The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, some college experience, and a desire to work with youth. Compensation is $18 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to teach and engage an audience (youth and adults).
• Reliable transportation to and from worksite.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and train volunteers and youth leaders to organize and run 4-H clubs.
• Promote Regional and State 4-H programs and support volunteer facilitation.
• Support Extension outreach activities including camps and leadership programs.

Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, Zoom)

Ability to work with volunteers and youth leaders

Social media marketing skills

Education

Some college or related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Job description

Overview

The San Juan County Office of Utah State University Extension seeks a qualified individual to assist in coordinating countywide youth programs consistent with the county 4‑H team. Duties include recruiting volunteers and teen leaders to actively lead 4‑H clubs and events, providing educational experiences, and representing the principles of positive youth development through 4‑H.

This position will vary, but is generally 20‑25 hours a week without benefits and is located in San Juan County.

Responsibilities

• Advance the 4‑H program in the county by recruiting and training volunteers and youth leaders to organize and run 4‑H clubs. Provide support and guidance to existing and new volunteers and 4‑H clubs.
• Promote Regional and State 4‑H programs. This may include marketing, registering, and supporting volunteers in facilitating opportunities.
• Support a variety of Extension outreach activities that may include school enrichment activities such as Farm Field Day, Career Days, camps, and teen leadership programs, etc.
• Respond to requests, office visits, telephone calls, emails, and other correspondence promptly and professionally.
• Be an active member of the USU Youth Programs Team, which includes participating in meetings, serving on working groups, and assisting at regional and state events.
• Support the Civil Rights mandate of Utah State University Extension and implement innovative approaches to reach diverse audiences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Some college or related experience.
• Must have effective communication and interpersonal skills, excellent organizational skills, and basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, Zoom, etc.).
• Desire to work with volunteers and youth leaders.
• Reliable transportation to and from worksite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 4‑H or other youth serving organizations.
• Experience with recruiting, supervising, and working with volunteers.
• Knowledge of the Land Grant University system.
• Prior experience with community programming.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach, manage and engage an audience (youth and adult).
• Strong computer and technology skills – Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Ability to market USU Extension youth program events and opportunities.
• Ability to effectively utilize social media to raise awareness of opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to pleasantly interact with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to travel throughout area of responsibility, occasional statewide, consistent with university policy.
• Strong organizational, time, and project management skills.
• Ability to work from home.

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Advertised Salary

$18 per hour

ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

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