Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development (Assistant, Associate or Full Agent)

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University in Cumberland County seeks an Extension Agent to lead and expand the 4-H Youth Development program. The role includes managing clubs, school enrichment, summer camps, after-school programs, and the 4-H Military Program at Fort Bragg.

You will recruit and supervise staff and volunteers, seek funding through grants, and ensure access for youth across the county. Strong leadership and communication are essential to build partnerships and deliver impactful programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (GPA thresholds noted).
• Experience in grant writing and management preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and grantsmanship required.
• Flexible hours including evenings and weekends may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the 4-H Youth Development program through clubs and enrichment activities.
• Assist the Livestock Agent with the Cumberland County Livestock show.
• Seek sponsorships, grants, and other funding sources to support activities.
• Ensure accessibility of the 4-H program to youth across the county and develop clubs and programs.
• Recruit, evaluate, and coordinate adult and teen volunteers.
• Supervise program staff and manage grant-funded programs.

Skills

Leadership

Grantsmanship

Public relations

Planning

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree with GPA 2.5 overall

Bachelor’s with Master’s coursework GPA 3.0

Master’s degree in child/youth development

Job description

Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development (Assistant, Associate or Full Agent)

The North Carolina Cooperative Extension system is looking for an Extension Agent to lead and expand the 4-H Youth Development program in Cumberland County. The successful candidate will help establish and maintain traditional 4-H clubs, school enrichment, summer camps, after‑school programs, and the 4-H Military Program at Fort Bragg.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the 4-H Youth Development program through clubs, afterschool programs, school enrichment programs, summer fun day camps and traditional 4-H camps.

• Assist the Livestock Agent with the annual Cumberland County Livestock show.

• Seek out sponsorships, grants, and other funding sources to support activities and programs.

• Ensure the 4-H program is accessible to youth across the county and develop and maintain 4-H clubs, special interest youth programs, and school enrichment programs.

• Recruit, evaluate, train and coordinate adult and teen volunteers.

• Supervise overall 4-H program staff and manage programs funded through grants and fees.

Qualifications

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in child or youth development or related field (waived for NCCE Program Associates).
• Or a Bachelor's degree with at least one‑half of coursework completed in a Master’s degree curriculum with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and at least one degree in child or youth development or related field.
• Or a completed Master’s degree in child or youth development or related field.

Experience & Skills

• Experience in grant writing and management (preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, grantsmanship, public relations, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills.
• Self‑directed with a strong work ethic and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Proficient at working with diverse audiences and able to function effectively in a team and as a subordinate.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; evenings and weekends as required. 40 hours per week.

Other Requirements

Valid North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of hire and maintained thereafter.

EEO Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. NC State University participates in E‑Verify.