Dynamic 4-H Extension Educator — Youth Programs Lead

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences seeks a Jackson County 4-H Extension Educator to coordinate and deliver county-level 4-H Youth programs. You will work with Extension faculty and staff, reporting to the County Extension Coordinator and District Extension Director, ensuring program success.

Responsibilities include coordinating partnerships, conducting club meetings, recruiting youth and volunteers, and guiding youth to participate in district/state events while applying

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Experience in youth development and 4-H preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and manage programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the county’s 4-H Youth Development educational programs.
• Coordinate with District Program Development Coordinator and County Extension Coordinator for community partnerships.
• Conduct in-school educational club meetings and deliver curriculums meeting state guidelines.
• Recruit students to participate in 4-H programs and recruit/assist volunteers.
• Support 4-H members in preparation for events and competitions.
• Arrange transportation for 4-H participants to events; provide leadership as needed.
• Incorporate program evaluations to plan future activities and outreach.
• Publicize 4-H events via local media and county website; report progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Effective communications

Diversity awareness

Technology in education

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences seeks a Jackson County 4-H Extension Educator to coordinate and deliver county-level 4-H Youth programs. You will work with Extension faculty and staff, reporting to the County Extension Coordinator and District Extension Director, ensuring program success.

Responsibilities include coordinating partnerships, conducting club meetings, recruiting youth and volunteers, and guiding youth to participate in district/state events while applying