Livestock 4-H Extension Educator | Youth Development Leader

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Extension Educator serves as a full-time, 12-month academic professional with primary responsibility for the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs supporting the mission of the University of Illinois Extension. Location: Unit 2 – Boone, DeKalb, and Ogle Counties. This is a security-sensitive position requiring comprehensive background checks.

One full-time position is available. Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in relevant fields and experience with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Agricultural/Environmental Sciences, Youth Development, Education, Community/Public Health, Leadership Studies or related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
• One degree in Agriculture or related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience in program specialty area.
• Knowledge of youth development best practices and experience working with youth audiences.
• Experience in leadership role and/or evidenced of an ability to guide the work of others.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership to the entire 4-H Youth Development Program with a specialty focus on Livestock and Animal Sciences.
• Ensure program planning, program monitoring, and program evaluation are consistent with

Skills

Youth development knowledge

Leadership experience

Program evaluation experience

Education

Master’s degree in Agricultural/Environmental Sciences, Youth Development, Education, Community/Public Health, Leadership Studies or related field

One degree in Agriculture or related field

Job description

The Extension Educator serves as a full-time, 12-month academic professional with primary responsibility for the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs supporting the mission of the University of Illinois Extension. Location: Unit 2 – Boone, DeKalb, and Ogle Counties. This is a security-sensitive position requiring comprehensive background checks.

One full-time position is available. Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in relevant fields and experience with