4-H Field Specialist: Youth Development & Community Impact

University of Missouri-Columbia; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri Extension in Kansas City seeks an Assistant/Associate/Full Extension Professional to plan, implement, and evaluate 4-H youth development programs across Platte, Clay and Jackson counties. The 12-month appointment will emphasize teaching (90%) and service (10%).

The role offers opportunities to secure local grants, supervise program staff, and train volunteers while engaging with communities throughout Missouri.

Qualifications

• Earned PhD or master's degree at time of appointment.
• Experience with 4-H or youth development preferred.
• Hours of upper-level coursework in child, adolescent, and adult development; education and learning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Implement community-based 4-H PYD programs, in-school and after-school programs, SPIN clubs, and enrichment activities.
• Use and recommend research-based curriculum and teaching methods.
• Provide leadership to 4-H councils and committees.
• Recruit, develop, and train youth and adults to assist as leaders within the 4-H program.
• Conduct evaluations of Missouri 4-H programs and ensure opportunities for participation.

Skills

Youth development

Program planning

Evaluation

Volunteer management

Education

PhD or Master’s degree

Job description

University of Missouri Extension in Kansas City seeks an Assistant/Associate/Full Extension Professional to plan, implement, and evaluate 4-H youth development programs across Platte, Clay and Jackson counties. The 12-month appointment will emphasize teaching (90%) and service (10%).

The role offers opportunities to secure local grants, supervise program staff, and train volunteers while engaging with communities throughout Missouri.