4H Events Coordinator

Montgomery County Maryland; Manhattan, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University (K-State Extension) is seeking an On-site 4-H Events Coordinator to oversee statewide events and activities for youth, in collaboration with state and regional specialists, staff, and volunteers.

You will manage risk, plan programs, oversee financial resources, and use digital and social media tools to communicate and promote the 4-H program across Kansas. Strong organization and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and four years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in education, youth development, human development and family studies, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate statewide 4-H events and activities with volunteers and staff.
• Develop risk management plans and manage program budgets.
• Communicate through electronic, digital, and social media channels.
• Collaborate with state and regional specialists to align with program priorities.
• Build systems to deliver high-quality youth programming.

Skills

Organizational skills

Program management

Volunteer coordination

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

About This Role

The 4-H Events Coordinator coordinates and manages statewide 4-H events and activities for young people in collaboration with state and regional specialists, Extension staff, and youth and adult volunteers. The Coordinator is responsible for risk management plans, program planning, managing financial resources, and working with teams of youth and adults to deliver events that support the Kansas 4-H Youth Development program and its priorities. This position manages 4-H events efficiently and effectively, maintaining or developing systems and using electronic, digital, and social media technologies to communicate.

About Us

K-State Extension improves the lives, livelihoods, and communities of Kansans through education, research, engagement, and leadership. Serving all 105 counties, we connect university research with practical solutions that strengthen agriculture, natural resources, youth development, health, economic vitality, and communities across Kansas.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and four years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, youth development, human development and family studies or related field, or degree appropriate to events program management.
• 3-5 years of experience in coordinating 4-H events and/or youth educational activities.
• Strong organizational and program management skills
• Experience working with individuals, groups and co-workers to accomplish goals.
• Experience in word processing, databases, social media and emerging technologies.
• Experience with youth and adult volunteers.
• Program development, teaching and evaluation skills.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on:September 17, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$42,216 - $55,000