4-H Extension Educator: Youth Programs & Community Outreach

Ugajobsearch; Georgia; On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia invites applications for the Jackson County 4-H Extension Educator to coordinate and deliver 4-H Youth programs in Jackson County. This exempt professional role reports to the County Extension Coordinator and District Extension Director and works with Extension faculty and staff to implement state guidelines.

The educator will recruit volunteers, conduct in-school clubs, build community partnerships, and use local media to publicize events.

Qualifications

• Effective communications skills – oral and written.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs.
• Exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the county’s 4-H Youth Development educational programs.
• Coordinate efforts with the District Program Development Coordinator and the County Extension Coordinator to establish community partnerships with agencies and organizations that will facilitate the delivery of 4-H program in the assigned county.
• Conduct in-school educational club meetings and deliver prepared curriculums that meet state guidelines.
• Recruit students to become involved in 4-H educational programs.
• Recruit and assist interested volunteers in the successful completion of the volunteer screening procedures.
• Assist 4-H’ers in preparation for 4-H competitive events including project achievement, judging teams, etc.

Skills

Effective communications

Diversity outreach

Technology in education

Organizational skills

Job description

The University of Georgia invites applications for the Jackson County 4-H Extension Educator to coordinate and deliver 4-H Youth programs in Jackson County. This exempt professional role reports to the County Extension Coordinator and District Extension Director and works with Extension faculty and staff to implement state guidelines.

The educator will recruit volunteers, conduct in-school clubs, build community partnerships, and use local media to publicize events.