4-H Youth Programs Lead (Extension Coordinator)

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

This is an 80% part-time Civil Service Extension Program Coordinator position at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The role supports the 4-H Youth Development Programs in schools and communities, coordinating activities, training volunteers, and promoting program reach.

It requires collaboration with Extension staff, volunteers, and community partners, with some evening/weekend work and travel.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and implement youth-focused educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning of educational activities for the program with collaboration from the 4-H Youth Development Educator or Specialist.
• Identify priority needs to address through Extension 4-H youth programs, including underserved youth audiences.
• Conduct evaluation of program activities and provide recommendations for continuation or discontinuation.
• Provide leadership to volunteers, 4‑H members and their families in support of local 4‑H Clubs.
• Maintain administrative records including 4‑HOnline and 4‑H Fair Entry.
• Disseminate education information provided by Extension professionals.
• Provide monthly reports to the County Extension Director.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Computer literacy

Time management

Education

High school graduation or GED

College coursework in any field of study

60 semester hours = 2 years

90 semester hours = 3 years

120+ semester hours = 4 years

Job description

This is an 80% part-time Civil Service Extension Program Coordinator position at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The role supports the 4-H Youth Development Programs in schools and communities, coordinating activities, training volunteers, and promoting program reach.

It requires collaboration with Extension staff, volunteers, and community partners, with some evening/weekend work and travel.