Impactful 4-H Extension Program Coordinator

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Sparta (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

University of Illinois Extension, Extension - Unit 26, Sparta, seeks an Extension Program Coordinator (4-H) to promote, expand, and implement 4-H Youth Development programs in schools and communities.

The role requires coordinating educational activities, supervising volunteers, and maintaining records, with some evening/weekend work. Salary is $43,000 with full civil service benefits and a 12-month appointment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and implement youth-focused educational programs.
• Experience coordinating educational or community programs.
• Strong communication and engagement with youth audiences.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning of educational activities with the 4-H staff.
• Identify priority needs to address through Extension 4-H programs.
• Evaluate program activities and adjust as needed.
• Provide leadership to volunteers, 4-H members and families.
• Maintain records and reports including 4-HOnline and 4-H Fair Entry.

Skills

Volunteer management

Youth development

Program coordination

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework

Tools

4-HOnline

4-H Fair Entry

Job description

University of Illinois Extension, Extension - Unit 26, Sparta, seeks an Extension Program Coordinator (4-H) to promote, expand, and implement 4-H Youth Development programs in schools and communities.

The role requires coordinating educational activities, supervising volunteers, and maintaining records, with some evening/weekend work. Salary is $43,000 with full civil service benefits and a 12-month appointment.