4-H Youth Programs Coordinator

Laseagrant; Hillsboro (IL); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Extension Program Coordinator, 4-H Youth Development at University of Illinois Extension Unit 18 in Hillsboro supports the promotion, expansion, and implementation of 4-H programs in schools and communities, coordinating hands-on workshops, after-school sessions, and community events.

Responsibilities include volunteer recruitment and training, marketing plan development, program evaluation, and maintaining records (4-HOnline, Fair Entry).

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Experience coordinating educational or community programs is required or preferred.
• College coursework in any field is acceptable.
• Various semester-hour milestones may count toward experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning of educational activities with staff.
• Recruit, screen, and train adult volunteers.
• Develop and implement a marketing plan to recruit volunteers and youth.
• Maintain records (4-HOnline, 4-H Fair Entry) and provide monthly reports.
• Ensure safety and welfare of volunteers and participants through SOPs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school graduation or GED

College coursework in any field

Experience coordinating educational or community programs

60 semester hours equals two years

90 semester hours equals three years

120 semester hours or more equals four years

Job description

The Extension Program Coordinator, 4-H Youth Development at University of Illinois Extension Unit 18 in Hillsboro supports the promotion, expansion, and implementation of 4-H programs in schools and communities, coordinating hands-on workshops, after-school sessions, and community events.

Responsibilities include volunteer recruitment and training, marketing plan development, program evaluation, and maintaining records (4-HOnline, Fair Entry).