Assistant 4-H Youth Development Advisor – Field-Based

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Susanville (CA); On-site; USD 85,600 - 108,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Sabbatical eligibility

Job summary

The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources invites applications for a UC Cooperative Extension Area 4-H Youth Development Advisor at the Assistant rank. The advisor will develop and deliver 4‑H programs across Lassen, Modoc, and Siskiyou Counties from headquarters in Lassen or Modoc, with on‑site multi‑county travel and a minimum 15% statewide 4‑H network focus.

Responsibilities include developing curricula, conducting outreach via presentations, workshops, demonstrations,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in youth/child development, human development, education, or related field.
• Experience conducting applied research, program evaluation, and youth education programs.
• Strong written and oral communication, teamwork, and collaboration with community stakeholders.
• Ability to travel flexibly and hold a valid California driver’s license.
• Capacity to secure and manage extramural funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate 4‑H youth development programs and curricula.
• Collaborate with 4‑H personnel to deliver in‑school, after‑school, community club, and other programs.
• Conduct applied research and program evaluation to guide improvements.
• Share findings via presentations, workshops, newsletters, and peer‑reviewed journals.
• Manage community relationships and coordinate volunteer resources.
• Maintain office hours and attend field visits within the geographic area.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Travel ability

Driver's license

Grant/funding planning

Education

Master’s degree in youth/child development, human development, education, or related field

Job description

The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources invites applications for a UC Cooperative Extension Area 4-H Youth Development Advisor at the Assistant rank. The advisor will develop and deliver 4‑H programs across Lassen, Modoc, and Siskiyou Counties from headquarters in Lassen or Modoc, with on‑site multi‑county travel and a minimum 15% statewide 4‑H network focus.

Responsibilities include developing curricula, conducting outreach via presentations, workshops, demonstrations,