Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development - Highland County

Ohio State University; Hillsboro (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University Extension Educator is based in Highland County, Ohio, collaborating with county and state teams to guide 4-H Youth Development programming aligned with local needs.

The role leads committees and volunteers, builds partnerships, and oversees a high-quality overnight 4-H camping program, including recruitment, training, and supervision of teen counselors and adult volunteers. Must have own transportation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required for Extension Educator 1; master's for Educator 2/3.
• Experience with 4-H Youth Development programming and county-level education.
• Ability to lead committees, engage volunteers, and build partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance for 4-H Youth Development programming at local/area level.
• Lead committees and volunteers; establish and maintain partnerships.
• Design and implement a residential 4-H camping program; recruit and train teen leaders and adult volunteers.
• Support county fairs, develop promotional materials, and evaluate programs.

Skills

Community leadership

Volunteer coordination

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

11+ years experience

Job description

This position is located in Highland County, Ohio. The Ohio State University Extension Educator will work collaboratively with county, center, area, and state teams of OSU Extension professionals and with local agency leaders and volunteers to provide guidance for 4-H Youth Development programming targeted to local and area needs. The Educator will use formal and informal community assessment methods to identify educational needs and opportunities, then implement and teach educational programming to groups and individuals comprised of adults and youth.

The Educator leads committees and volunteers, establishes and maintains community partnerships, and designs and implements a high-quality annual overnight residential 4-H camping program, including recruitment, selection, training, and ongoing oversight of teen camp counselors and adult volunteers. The role also supports the county junior and senior fair boards, develops promotional material, evaluates educational programs and dissemination methods, and participates in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding and budget management. Must have own transportation.

Position Levels

• Extension Educator 1 — requires a bachelor's degree; salary range $42,100-$55,000
• Extension Educator 2 — requires a master's degree; salary range $47,700-$62,300
• Extension Educator 3 — requires a master's degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience; salary range $55,700-$72,700

The offer for this position will fall within the applicable range based on internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

Career Roadmap Placement

• Function: Education
• Sub-Function: Extension Educators
• Career Band: Individual Contributor – Specialized
• Career Level: S1, S2, S3, S4

OSU will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.