Field Specialist, 4-H Youth Development & Community Impact

University of Missouri-Columbia; Missouri; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

University of Missouri Extension is seeking a Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development to plan, implement, and evaluate positive youth development programs across Missouri. This 12-month, non-tenure track appointment will focus 90% on extension teaching and 10% on traditional service.

The role involves coordinating with county councils, securing funding, and leading 4-H councils, with opportunities for leadership, grants, and professional development within MU Extension.

Qualifications

• An earned PhD or master's degree at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Implement community-based 4-H PYD programs, in-school and after-school programs.
• Use and recommend research-based curriculum and teaching methods.
• Secure a culture of high-quality service for all the 4-H members and volunteers.
• Provide leadership to 4-H councils and committees.
• Recruit, develop, and train youth and adults to assist as leaders with implementing the 4-H program.
• Conduct evaluations of the Missouri 4-H programs.
• Ensure that all the youth and adults in the county have the opportunity to participate in extension programs.
• Apply for and administer local grants and other funding sources.
• Provide supervision and development to program associate(s).
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

PhD or Master’s degree

Job description

University of Missouri Extension is seeking a Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development to plan, implement, and evaluate positive youth development programs across Missouri. This 12-month, non-tenure track appointment will focus 90% on extension teaching and 10% on traditional service.

The role involves coordinating with county councils, securing funding, and leading 4-H councils, with opportunities for leadership, grants, and professional development within MU Extension.