4-H Youth Programs Lead

Frederick County Local Government; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick County Local Government seeks an experienced 4-H Extension Educator to support planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of youth development programs across Frederick County. You will collaborate with Extension faculty, volunteers, schools, families, and youth to promote leadership, citizenship, healthy living, workforce readiness, STEM, and agricultural literacy.

The role emphasizes coordinating clubs, camps, school enrichment, exhibits, and fair activities, plus

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor’s degree in Youth Development, Education, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate educational programs and youth development opportunities.
• Support clubs, camps, school enrichment programs, special events, and community education opportunities.
• Assist with contests, exhibits, recognition programs, and fair activities.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, recognizing, and retaining volunteers.
• Support club leaders and maintain documentation and compliance records.
• Maintain positive relationships with families, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Assist with reporting, inventory, purchasing, registration, and event logistics.
• Manage awards and achievement documentation.
• Develop newsletters, promotional materials, and social media communications.
• Support outreach and recruitment efforts with schools and community partners.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Volunteer management

Program coordination

Youth development

Community outreach

Event planning

Clerical tasks

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Youth Development or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

Frederick County Local Government seeks an experienced 4-H Extension Educator to support planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of youth development programs across Frederick County. You will collaborate with Extension faculty, volunteers, schools, families, and youth to promote leadership, citizenship, healthy living, workforce readiness, STEM, and agricultural literacy.

The role emphasizes coordinating clubs, camps, school enrichment, exhibits, and fair activities, plus