4-H Mentoring Site Coordinator

Utah State University; Roosevelt (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah State University seeks a part-time 4-H Mentoring Site Coordinator in Roosevelt, UT. You will recruit and train teen mentors, match them with youth, and oversee meaningful mentoring experiences and family engagement activities.

You’ll monitor relationships, plan monthly events and Family Night Out activities, and lead a weekly 4-H Afterschool Club with educational programming for youth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with youth in educational, mentoring, recreational, or community-based settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to listen actively and convey information effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities, schedules, and work assignments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with youth, families, volunteers, community partners, and colleagues.
• Cultural competence and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and multicultural communities.
• Collaborative team player who fosters trust, professionalism, and positive working relationships.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to delivering high-quality results and successfully completing assigned responsibilities.
• Dependable, responsible, and dedicated to achieving program goals and organizational success.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to learn new skills, embrace professional development opportunities, and adapt to evolving program needs.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and engage 20 to 25 youth participants from each elementary school site.
• Recruit, screen, train, and support up to eight teen volunteer mentors.
• Create and facilitate mentoring groups by matching youth participants with trained teen mentors.
• Monitor mentoring relationships to ensure positive engagement and program success.
• Assist in planning and implementing monthly Family Night Out events and group mentoring activities.
• Lead a weekly 4-H Afterschool Club, delivering educational and enrichment programming for youth.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

4-H Mentoring Site Coordinator

Requisition ID: 2026-10620

# of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Roosevelt

Category: Program Management & Support

Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time

Job Classification: Non-Benefited

College: Extension

Department: Extension Youth Programs

Advertised Salary: $15.00 per hour

Overview

The Site Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, training, and supporting volunteer mentors and matching them with referred youth at Roosevelt Elementary Schools. This position works to foster positive youth development by coordinating meaningful mentoring experiences, family engagement opportunities, and service-learning activities.

The Site Coordinator will monitor mentoring relationships to ensure successful matches and provide ongoing support to youth, mentors, and families. Responsibilities also include planning and implementing monthly program activities, such as group mentoring events, 4-H afterschool clubs, Family Night Out events, and community service projects that strengthen youth leadership, family involvement, and community connection.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and engage 20 to 25 youth participants from each elementary school site.


• Recruit, screen, train, and support up to eight teen volunteer mentors.


• Create and facilitate mentoring groups by matching youth participants with trained teen mentors.


• Monitor mentoring relationships to ensure positive engagement and program success.


• Assist in planning and implementing monthly Family Night Out events and group mentoring activities.


• Lead a weekly 4-H Afterschool Club, delivering educational and enrichment programming for youth.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Experience working with youth in educational, mentoring, recreational, or community-based settings.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to listen actively and convey information effectively.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills with keen attention to detail.


• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities, schedules, and work assignments.


• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with youth, families, volunteers, community partners, and colleagues.


• Cultural competence and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and multicultural communities.


• Collaborative team player who fosters trust, professionalism, and positive working relationships.


• Strong work ethic with a commitment to delivering high-quality results and successfully completing assigned responsibilities.


• Dependable, responsible, and dedicated to achieving program goals and organizational success.


• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Willingness to learn new skills, embrace professional development opportunities, and adapt to evolving program needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting, training, or supervising volunteers.


• Experience facilitating youth programs, afterschool activities, mentoring programs, or family engagement initiatives.


• Knowledge of positive youth development principles and practices.


• Experience working with diverse youth and families in community-based settings.

Required Documents

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under \"Resume/CV\"


2. Contact Information for 1 Professional Reference to be typed at the beginning of the application

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary $15.00 per hour

ADA

• Work is primarily performed in a school and community-based environment.


• Regular interaction with youth, volunteer mentors, families, school personnel, and community partners is required.


• Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, volunteers, and school staff.


• Occasional attendance at evening or off-site program activities may be required.


• Must be able to occasionally lift and carry materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.


• Ability to move throughout school facilities and activity locations to support program operations and events.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student‑athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

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