Lead Regional Educator- 4-H - Elkhart County

Purdue University; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University Extension is seeking an Extension Educator to lead local 4-H youth development programs in Goshen, IN. The role supports learning opportunities, collaborates with community partners, and delivers evidence-based programming to youth and volunteers.

The position emphasizes program development, community outreach, and leadership of local 4-H activities, with responsibility for coordination, enrollment, supervision, and staff guidance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of experience in educational program development and management.
• 4 years of experience in educational program development and management.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
• Valid US driver’s license or dependable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead Community 4-H Clubs, ensuring best practices and volunteer placement.
• Manage youth and volunteer enrollment through 4honline.
• Supervise volunteers delivering 4-H programming.
• Advise and support 4-H Affiliates.
• Connect with State and Regional 4-H Staff to promote educational programs.
• Develop 4-H and Youth Development regional experiences using Purdue Extension’s statewide curriculum.
• Coordinate the 4-H Culminating Event, recorded in Fair Entry.
• May hire and supervise county support staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Summary

Extension Educators provide the link between Land Grant University research and Indiana residents by supporting innovative learning opportunities for youth and youth-serving volunteers and professionals to ensure positve youth development experiences. Educators collaborate with local, regional, and state agencies, partner organizations, businesses, and schools to analyze needs; develop, implement, and oversee vibrant and sustainable research-based educational programs; and provide resources and expertise to the local community. The Extension Educator will provide evidence-based learning opportunities and individual stakeholder consultations.

This is a professional contributor position that works under general supervision while being responsible for day-to-day coordination and leadership of the local 4-H program and/or local Youth Development Programming.

What We’re Looking For

• Coordinate and lead Community 4-H Clubs, ensuring best practices and volunteer placement


• Manage youth and volunteer enrollment through 4honline


• Supervise volunteers delivering 4-H programming


• Advise and support 4-H Affiliates


• Connect with State and Regional 4-H Staff to promote educational programs


• Develop 4-H and Youth Development regional experiences using Purdue Extension’s statewide curriculum


• Coordinate the 4-H Culminating Event, recorded in Fair Entry


• May hire and supervise county support staff

Requirements

• Master’s degree, or bachelor’s plus 6 years of experience


• 4 years of experience in educational program development and management


• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills


• Valid U.S. driver’s license or dependable transportation

Additional Information

This position is located in Goshen, IN. Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. A background check and MVR check is required. FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university