Dynamic 4-H Extension Program Coordinator (Wayne County)

The Pennsylvania State University; Honesdale (Wayne County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State Extension, Wayne County, Honesdale, PA, is seeking an innovative Extension Program Coordinator to lead the 4-H Youth Development program locally. You will recruit and train volunteers, manage clubs and events, and collaborate with partners to expand opportunities for youth across the county.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, community engagement, fundraising planning, and delivering programs through clubs, camps, and school activities.

Qualifications

• Willing to work flexible hours.
• Familiarity with diverse backgrounds and inclusion.
• Teaching, program development, and evaluation skills.
• Strong communication with youth, parents, volunteers, and community partners.
• Ability to carry equipment and educational materials.

Responsibilities

• Help implement educational programs and activities for the Wayne County 4-H program.
• Recruit, screen, train, and support adult volunteers.
• Promote the 4-H program to retain members and recruit new youth audiences.
• Build relationships with local, county, state agencies, schools, organizations and businesses.
• Coordinate registration, supervision, and transportation for participants.
• Implement program evaluation, documentation, and reporting.
• Support volunteers, youth and clubs to ensure policy and procedural adherence.

Skills

Teaching

Program development

Evaluation

Communication

Diversity awareness

Volunteer coordination

Education

GED/HS

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Penn State Extension, Wayne County, Honesdale, PA, is seeking an innovative Extension Program Coordinator to lead the 4-H Youth Development program locally. You will recruit and train volunteers, manage clubs and events, and collaborate with partners to expand opportunities for youth across the county.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, community engagement, fundraising planning, and delivering programs through clubs, camps, and school activities.