Extension Faculty - 4-H Youth Development

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho Northern Extension District seeks a fiscal year Extension Faculty Senior Instructor, Non-tenure track, to lead 4-H Youth Development in Latah County and surrounding North Central Idaho. The role emphasizes outreach, program leadership, and collaboration with Extension personnel and state teams.

You will oversee program planning, design and evaluation, recruit and train volunteers, and coordinate with community partners to deliver high impact youth programming and

Qualifications

• Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that respond to local needs.
• Experience working directly with youth and adult audiences and collaborating with community organizations to provide educational experiences for program audiences.
• Experience teaching, facilitating problem solving, communicating with varied audiences, managing conflict, building professional relationships, and supporting leadership development.
• Experience working as part of a team, coordinating Extension programming, and conducting marketing and promotional activities for 4-H programs.
• Experience communicating through oral presentations, written materials, active listening, and public speaking.
• Experience recruiting, training, coordinating, and supporting volunteers.
• Experience using technology and computer applications in program planning, delivery, communication, and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in 4-H Youth Development and in 4-H Youth programming.
• Collaborate with Extension personnel across program and county lines and participate on State 4-H teams and committees.
• Manage and support the 4-H Youth Development program in Latah County and surrounding area.

Skills

Youth development experience

Program design and evaluation

Public speaking

Volunteer coordination

Team collaboration

Marketing and promotions for 4-H

Education

Bachelor's degree related to education or youth development

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Department: Northern District Extension

Position Classification: Extension Faculty

Rank: Senior Instructor

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Location: Moscow

FTE: 1.0

Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience

FLSA Status: Exempt

Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date: 10/14/2026

Extension Faculty Type: Associate Extension Educator/Instructor

POSITION OVERVIEW

The University of Idaho Northern Extension District is seeking applications for a fiscal year Extension Faculty Senior Instructor, Non-tenure track, of 4-H Youth Development. The Senior Instructor will provide leadership in 4-H Youth Development and in 4-H Youth programming. The position will provide support and extension outreach in Latah and surrounding North Central Idaho Area sub-region within the Northern Extension District. The position will provide leadership, guidance, and management to the 4-H Youth Development program in Latah County and will collaborate with Extension personnel across program and county lines plus actively participate on State 4-H teams and committees.

Teaching & Advising Effort: 0%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort: 0%

Outreach & Extension Effort: 95%

University Service & Leadership Effort: 5%

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree related to education or youth development is required by date of hire.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that respond to local needs.
• Experience working directly with youth and adult audiences and collaborating with community organizations to provide educational experiences for program audiences. Experience incorporating audience needs and community input into program planning and delivery.
• Experience teaching, facilitating problem solving, communicating with varied audiences, managing conflict, building professional relationships, and supporting leadership development.
• Experience working as part of a team, coordinating Extension programming, and conducting marketing and promotional activities for 4-H programs.
• Experience communicating through oral presentations, written materials, active listening, and public speaking.
• Experience recruiting, training, coordinating, and supporting volunteers.
• Experience using technology and computer applications in program planning, delivery, communication, and evaluation.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• A master's degree in an applicable field of study.
• Experience in 4-H Youth Development through Extension work or other professional roles.
• Familiarity with Latah County and the surrounding area through residence, work, education, or community involvement.
• Experience with fundraising, grant writing, and cost-recovery activities.
• Experience working with mass media, including television, internet-based platforms, radio, and newspapers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work a flexible schedule, including some weekends
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Physical ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 lbs.

POSTING INFORMATION

Open Until Filled: Yes

Contingency on Appointment: No

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by October 3, 2026 will receive first consideration. Along with your on-line application, write a letter of qualification addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed. In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts. IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.

Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment: Uncertain

Degree Requirement Timeline: Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.

Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate's eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at [e-mail] for additional visa eligibility information.

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