Extension Agent - 4H (Guilford County)

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid work possible

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro seeks an Extension Agent for 4-H in Guilford County to lead planning, delivery, and evaluation of comprehensive 4-H programs for urban limited-resource youth ages 5–19, with a strong STEM emphasis and leadership development.

You will collaborate with community partners, conduct needs assessments, organize clubs and after-school/summer programs, and evaluate outcomes to measure impact.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in field related to child or youth development is preferred and two+ years’ experience with limited-resource youth.
• Bachelor’s degree with GPA criteria or higher is acceptable with related work experience.
• Strong written and oral communication and ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and evaluate comprehensive 4-H educational programs for Guilford County youth aged 5–19.
• Collaborate with county and community partners to deliver, recruit, and assess programs.
• Conduct needs assessments and organize materials for formal and informal settings.
• Evaluate program impact using data from advisory members, residents, and participants.

Skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in child or youth development

Bachelor’s degree with GPA 2.5 overall or 3.0 in major

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Extension Agent for 4-H in Guilford County is responsible for planning, executing and evaluating effective and comprehensive 4-H educational programs that meet the needs of the county’s limited resource youth from ages 5-19, in accordance with the mission and priorities established by the National 4-H Council and in alignment with the mission and vision of the Cooperative Extension at NC A & T. Programs focus on developing leadership and workforce skills in youth, including an extensive STEM element, through a variety of established instructional delivery modes. The Extension Agent (1) collaborates with county and community based organizations to deliver programs and recruit program participants; (2) determines program needs and priorities by conducting needs assessments; (3) organizes, communicates, and delivers course materials in formal and informal instructional settings, including organized 4-H clubs, special interest youth programs, 4-H projects, after-school programs, summer day camp programs, and school enrichment programs, and (4) evaluates data collected from multiple sources including advisory committee members, county residents and program participants, to determine program impacts. This position focuses on delivering programs addressing the specific needs of urban limited-resource and socially disadvantaged youth, based on changing social, economic, and demographic factors.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Cooperative Extension Program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an educational outreach organization within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. Cooperative Extension at A&T provides researched-based educational information, programming and technical assistance to limited-resource audiences that address a diverse range of issues in four programmatic areas - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community and Rural Development, and 4-H Youth Development. Together with its partners – North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, state and county governments, a dynamic and resourceful system is formed. In addition to campus operations, The Cooperative Extension Program has professionally staffed offices in almost half of the 100 counties in North Carolina and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians..

Master’s degree from an accredited university in a field related to child or youth development; or a bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in the major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale) in a related field with work experience in Extension or working/teaching in diverse communities, with an understanding that a Master’s degree will be pursued.
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
- Ability to work and interact with diverse populations.
- Computer literacy (proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Office).
- Strong oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities.
- Ability to network with community partners and agencies and maintain the working relationships.
- Valid Driver’s license and personal transportation.
- Ability to travel and work after hours/weekends as needed.
- Must be able to lift and carry training supplies, publications and equipment needed for training programs.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

- Master’s degree in field related to child or youth education or development as specified above, and two or more years of experience working with limited-resource youth.
- Experience planning programs and working in diverse communities.
- Experience working effectively as a team member.
- Ability to manage time and resources.
- Experience and knowledge in mass media, marketing and presentations.
- Skills in leadership, budgeting and public relations.

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Position Number

Position Number 009233

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range Bachelor's degree: $40,000min, Master's degree: $45,000min, Doctorate degree: $50,000min; compensation is dependent upon education and experience

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Time Limited - Full-time

FTE

FTE 40 hours/week, 12 months

Organizational Division

Organizational Division Cooperative Extension

Organizational Location

Organizational Location College of Ag & Environ Sciences

Organizational Unit

Organizational Unit Cooperative Extension

Posting Number

EPA3165

Open Date

08/31/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

09/21/2026

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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