4-H Program Educator - Watertown, NY

Cornell Univ (NYS Colleges & Exper Sta); New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Personal leave

Job summary

Cornell Cooperative Extension, affiliated with Contract College, seeks an Association Subject Educator II to lead and deliver 4-H Youth Development programs for diverse youth audiences. You will help design, implement, and evaluate hands-on educational activities across clubs, schools, and community settings.

Under supervision, you will coordinate volunteers, collaborate with partners, and ensure program quality while aligning with the Association Plan of Work.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalent education (Bachelor's Degree with four (4) years transferrable relevant evidence-based research experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver's License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing innovative 4-H Youth Development educational programming and strategies for youth audiences.
• Assist in researching and selecting educational resources for program use.
• Structure educational programs to meet community needs and support the Association Plan of Work.
• Develop and adapt lesson plans and materials using research-based resources.
• Maintain linkages with Cornell faculty, Extension educators, schools, and community partners to strengthen programming.
• Evaluate educational programming and recommend improvements based on outcomes.
• Work with staff to expand opportunities and strengthen programming.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and support of 4-H volunteers.
• Manage traditional 4-H club operations, enrollment, and compliance.
• Coordinate volunteer meetings, trainings, and recognition events.
• Maintain enrollment records using data systems including 4-H Online.
• Assist with grant implementation, purchasing, invoicing, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Program development

Teaching

Community outreach

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree with 4 years research exp

Tools

4-H Online

Job description

POSITION DETAILS

Position is a full-time non-exempt position - 100% FTE, 40 hours per week.

Hourly rate is $24.00.

Position offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.

POSITION INFORMATION

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalent education (Bachelor's Degree with four (4) years transferrable relevant evidence-based research experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver's License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with 4-H Clubs, including science, technology, math, engineering, and wellness.
• Familiarity with military and community organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, teach and evaluate informal educational programs through a variety of delivery methods to reach youth, individuals and groups (ages 6-18).
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member working with volunteers and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written and visual means.
• Demonstrated ability to plan for and lead large community events.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Responsibilities

Development - 10%

• Assist the Youth and Family Program Manager in the development of innovative 4-H Youth Development educational programming and strategies that interest a variety of youth audiences.
• Assist in researching, identifying, and selecting educational resources for program use.
• Assist in structuring educational programs to meet identified community needs and support the Association Plan of Work.
• Assist in the development and adaptation of lesson plans, educational materials, and activities utilizing research-based resources.
• Assist in maintaining direct linkages with Cornell University faculty, Extension educators, schools, military partners, volunteers, and community organizations to strengthen programming.
• Assist in evaluating educational programming and recommending improvements based on evaluation outcomes.
• Work cooperatively with Youth and Family Program staff to expand educational opportunities and strengthen existing programming.

Delivery, Evaluation and Applied Research - 55%

• Teach and facilitate established 4-H Youth Development educational programming utilizing a variety of delivery methods.
• Coordinate and implement educational programming within traditional 4-H clubs, schools, afterschool programs, military-connected youth programs, community organizations, Camp Wabasso educational programming and field trips, and other educational settings.
• Deliver educational programming focused on STEM, agriculture, environmental education, leadership, citizenship, healthy living, workforce readiness, financial literacy, and life skills.
• Coordinate youth participation in county, district, regional, and statewide 4-H educational events, leadership opportunities, contests, conferences, camps, fairs, and educational trips.
• Utilize research-based educational methodologies appropriate for diverse audiences.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for youth, volunteers, families, community organizations, and the general public.
• Foster acceptance of Cornell Cooperative Extension and 4-H Youth Development programming while addressing community and individual needs.
• Implement program evaluation, collect participant data, assist in analyzing outcomes, and prepare required reports.
• Work cooperatively with Association staff to achieve overall Youth and Family Program goals.

Administrative Responsibilities

Direction and Management - 15%

• Coordinate the recruitment, onboarding, orientation, screening, training, and ongoing support of 4-H volunteers.
• Coordinate traditional 4-H club operations including volunteer communication, enrollment, leader support, compliance, fundraising guidance, and recognition activities.
• Coordinate volunteer meetings, trainings, leadership development opportunities, and recognition events.
• Maintain volunteer and youth enrollment records utilizing approved data management systems, including 4-H Online.
• Coordinate scholarships, award programs, public presentations, and youth recognition activities.
• Assist with planning and implementing fund development activities, including Tractor Supply Paper Clover Campaigns and other fundraising initiatives.
• Monitor assigned program budgets, club funds, and financial procedures in accordance with Association policies.
• Assist with grant implementation, purchasing, invoicing, reporting, and required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Cornell Cooperative Extension policies, New York State 4-H policies, grant requirements, insurance requirements, safety procedures, and risk management practices.

Coordination/Operation - 15%

• Coordinate all aspects of Jefferson County 4-H participation in the Jefferson County Fair, including youth enrollment and participation, project and exhibit registration, educational displays and activities, volunteer coordination, scheduling, communication with youth, families, judges, and fair officials, recognition activities, and evaluation.
• Coordinate Jefferson County 4-H participation in the New York State Fair, including participant selection, registration, required documentation, transportation logistics, communication, chaperone coordination, and participant support.
• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and operation of assigned 4-H Youth Development programs including traditional 4-H clubs and volunteer development, Horse Program, Shooting Sports, Fort Drum and military-connected youth programming, school-based and afterschool programming, and district, regional, and statewide 4-H opportunities.
• Assist with and support Youth and Family Program initiatives and special events led by other program staff, including Mad City Money, AG Venture Days, National 4-H Week, Student Government, Camp Wabasso educational programming and field trips, family engagement events, community outreach activities, and other assigned programs and events.
• Coordinate educational exhibits, promotional efforts, public presentations, community outreach activities, and 4-H club demonstrations.
• Maintain effective professional relationships with volunteers, schools, military partners, community organizations, businesses, county agencies, and other youth-serving organizations.
• Collect and maintain accurate program participation records, inventories, financial documentation, evaluation data, and required reports.
• Position may require the transport of program participants and/or program materials and resources in performing position responsibilities.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor, Youth and Family Issue Leader and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety

• Applied to all duties and functions.
• Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

Job Title and Contact

Job Title: Association Subject Educator II

Level: 003

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Company: Contract College

Contact Name: Jerilynn Cross

About Cornell Cooperative Extension

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