4-H Youth Development Community Education Specialist - Red Bluff, CA, Job ID 88562

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources is seeking a Community Education Specialist 2 (CES 2) in Tehama County, Red Bluff. This part‑time, 50% variable appointment supports the 4-H Youth Development Program with outreach, recruitment, and program expansion under UC ANR guidance.

The CES 2 coordinates activities, provides training for volunteers and partners, ensures policy compliance, and promotes positive youth development through STEM, college/career readiness, and

Qualifications

• Coordinate and monitor daily activities of the 4-H Youth Development Program in Tehama County.
• Provide leadership and training for 4-H volunteers and community partners.
• Promote positive youth development practices and ensure compliance with UC ANR policies.
• Lead program coordination for 4-H programs, events, and activities.
• Communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, youth, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee local 4-H Youth Development Program activities to ensure safe, accessible, and responsive delivery.
• Train and support group leaders and volunteers using approved materials and curricula.
• Assist with chartering new clubs, document review, and paperwork submission as needed.
• Stay updated on 4-H and UC ANR policies and communicate changes to stakeholders.

Job description

Job ID: 88562

Location: RED BLUFF

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Job Description

The Community Education Specialist 2 (CES 2) position will be located in the University of California Cooperative Extension Office and will act as a valuable team member of the 4-H Youth Development Program (4-H YDP). 4-H YDP is the largest youth-serving organization in the U.S. Our focus is to provide positive youth development to youth in our community through research-based best practices, community collaborations, and community engagement.

The CES 2 helps to coordinate and monitor the daily activities of the 4-H Youth Development Program (4-H YDP) in Tehama County. The CES is responsible for program expansion, outreach, and recruitment in consultation with the 4-H Regional Program Coordinator and Advisor; ensures compliance with 4-H policies and procedures; facilitates conflict management and assists with conflict resolution in accordance with UC ANR policy and practices and in alignment with 4-H policy and procedures; promotes positive youth development best practices; provides leadership and training for 4-H volunteers and community partners; processes all appropriate paperwork in compliance with UC ANR procedures, is familiar with curricula and research-based practices to prepare, implement, and train others in the delivery of educational activities in a variety of content areas such as but not limited to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math), College & Career/Workforce Readiness, Healthy Living, Civic Engagement & Leadership through a Positive Youth Development (PYD) lens; provides effective written and verbal communication to 4-H staff, volunteers, youth, and community partners; leads and supports program coordination to carry out different 4-H educational programs, events, and activities. The CES reports to the 4-H Regional Program Coordinator.

This position is a career appointment that is 50% variable.

Pay Scale: $21.26/hour to $28.26/hour

Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 9/14/2026.

30% Program Liaison and Coordination

Oversee the local 4-H Youth Development Program (YDP) to ensure activities, events, and outreach are implemented safely, consistently, and in alignment with positive youth development principles. Ensure that programs are welcoming, accessible, and responsive to the needs of youth and families across all communities. Monitor program compliance in line with University and 4-H YD policies and procedures. Work with groups of volunteers, youth, and community partners and serve as their direct liaison.

Provide training and support to community club leaders, project leaders, other volunteers, youth, and community partners using approved materials and curriculum, including (but not limited to) specific curriculum, positive youth development (Thrive), online enrollment systems, and policy. Provide feedback to Regional Program Coordinator and Advisor on needs for advanced training.

Support interested groups in starting new 4-H programs, including chartering new clubs, reviewing and approving documents, and submitting all paperwork to the appropriate individuals.

Maintain up-to-date understanding of 4-H YD policies and relevant UC ANR policies and ensure timely communication of new or existing 4-H policies,