Field Specialist, 4-H Youth Development & Community Impact

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri Extension invites applications for a Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development. This 12-month, non-tenure track appointment will be filled at the assistant, associate, or full Extension Professional rank depending on qualifications.

The role focuses on planning, implementing, and evaluating positive youth and volunteer development programs across Southeast Missouri and statewide as needed. Workload is projected at 90% Extension Teaching and 10% Traditional Service.

Qualifications

• Earned PhD or master’s degree at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Implement community-based 4-H PYD programs, in-school and after-school programs, SPIN clubs, and enrichment activities.
• Use and evaluate research-based curriculum and teaching methods.
• Provide leadership to 4-H councils and committees.
• Recruit, train, and develop youth and adults to support the 4-H program.

Education

Master's or PhD

Job description

The University of Missouri Extension invites applications for a Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development. This 12-month, non-tenure track appointment will be filled at the assistant, associate, or full Extension Professional rank depending on qualifications.

The role focuses on planning, implementing, and evaluating positive youth and volunteer development programs across Southeast Missouri and statewide as needed. Workload is projected at 90% Extension Teaching and 10% Traditional Service.