4-H Youth Development Leader — Greene County

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a Greene County 4-H and Youth Development Agent to lead educational programming for youth, coordinate local activities, and prepare youth for project and judging events. The role requires evening and weekend commitments, driving for outreach, and collaboration with schools and communities.

You will promote positive youth development, work with county, district, and state staff, and contribute to a robust 4-H program across multiple venues in North Georgia.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human/Youth Development, Sociology, Education, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Recreation, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage the 4-H and Youth Development program in Greene County by providing educational programming for youth in 4-H clubs and coordinating local activities.
• Prepare youth for project and judging events and support in-school and after-school activities.
• Attend night meetings, some weekend work, and out-of-county meetings; travel as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Civil Rights/EO plan and work toward professional development.
• Recruit and manage volunteers to run 4-H specialty clubs and events; organize fundraising activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Public speaking

Teaching youth

Program planning

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Human/Youth Development, Sociology, Education, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Recreation, or related area

Bachelor’s degree acceptable for Public Service Provisional appointment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Georgia seeks a Greene County 4-H and Youth Development Agent to lead educational programming for youth, coordinate local activities, and prepare youth for project and judging events. The role requires evening and weekend commitments, driving for outreach, and collaboration with schools and communities.

You will promote positive youth development, work with county, district, and state staff, and contribute to a robust 4-H program across multiple venues in North Georgia.