4-H Youth Programs Lead — Community Impact

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Hillsboro (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Extension is seeking an Extension Program Coordinator, 4-H Youth Development to promote and implement 4-H programs in schools and communities. You will work closely with established clubs and groups to deliver hands-on workshops, after-school sessions, exhibitions, and service events.

Responsibilities include coordinating activities, evaluating programs, recruiting and training volunteers, and maintaining administrative records.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Four years/48 months of coordinating educational and/or community programs or activities or related volunteer/professional experience.
• Volunteer/work experience coordinating educational and/or community programs is acceptable.
• College coursework in any field of study.
• 60 semester hours equals two years (24 months).
• 90 semester hours equals three years (36 months).
• 120 semester hours or more equals four years (48 months).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning of educational activities with staff.
• Identify priority needs for Extension 4-H youth programs.
• Evaluate program activities and recommend improvements.
• Provide leadership to volunteers and families in 4-H clubs.
• Maintain records including 4-HOnline and Fair Entry.
• Disseminate educational information and manage data.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

High school graduation or GED

Four years/48 months coordinating educational programs

College coursework in any field

60 semester hours equals 2 years

90 semester hours equals 3 years

120+ semester hours equals 4 years

Job description

The University of Illinois Extension is seeking an Extension Program Coordinator, 4-H Youth Development to promote and implement 4-H programs in schools and communities. You will work closely with established clubs and groups to deliver hands-on workshops, after-school sessions, exhibitions, and service events.

Responsibilities include coordinating activities, evaluating programs, recruiting and training volunteers, and maintaining administrative records.