Impactful On-Site 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent

Kansas State University; Kansas; On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University Extension agents deliver research-based education across Kansas. This on‑site role in Shawnee County focuses on developing and evaluating a comprehensive 4‑H youth program in collaboration with local communities, volunteers, and extension colleagues.

You will supervise the Shawnee County School Enrichment Coordinator, pursue external funding, and contribute to county‑wide programming while engaging diverse audiences and measuring program impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 12 credit hours or 6 months related experience.
• GPA 2.75 on 4.0 or equivalent professional progression.
• Experience delivering information to groups or individuals.
• Leadership experience in supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive 4‑H youth program.
• Supervise a Shawnee County School Enrichment Coordinator.
• Support community vitality programming through leadership development and civic engagement.
• Recruit and manage volunteers to expand reach and impact.
• Develop strategies to serve diverse community audiences.
• Collect and communicate evidence of educational impact.
• Pursue internal and external funding to support programming.
• Serve as a member of the Shawnee County team and plan county‑wide events.

Skills

Group facilitation

Volunteer recruitment

English/Spanish communication

Self-motivation

Youth development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Kansas State University Extension agents deliver research-based education across Kansas. This on‑site role in Shawnee County focuses on developing and evaluating a comprehensive 4‑H youth program in collaboration with local communities, volunteers, and extension colleagues.

You will supervise the Shawnee County School Enrichment Coordinator, pursue external funding, and contribute to county‑wide programming while engaging diverse audiences and measuring program impact.