Program Manager, 4-H Livestock Outreach & Events

South Dakota Board of Regents; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Relocation assistance

Tuition benefits

Job summary

South Dakota Board of Regents seeks a Program Manager – 4-H Livestock in Brookings, SD to support state livestock programming alongside SDSU Extension and 4-H colleagues. You will help plan, deliver, and continuously improve livestock project opportunities and activities across the state.

The role requires leadership of groups, grants development, and strong communication, with travel as needed and a focus on inclusive, compliant program delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, or closely related field by the date of application.
• More than 3 years of experience with 4-H or other youth livestock programs.
• Experience leading and teaching groups.
• Experience managing conflict and bringing divergent opinions toward consensus.
• Ability to develop grants and/or cost recovery mechanisms for sustainability.
• Proficient computer use for word processing, internet-based programs, social media, and email.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support state livestock programming, including event management and educational development.
• Collaborate with SDSU Extension and 4-H colleagues to plan, deliver, and improve activities across the state.
• Contribute to mission alignment, planning assumptions, and compliance with policies and laws.

Skills

Group leadership

Excellent communication

Conflict resolution

Grant writing

Computer skills

Valid driver's license

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science / Agriculture

Tools

Word processing

Internet tools

Email

Social media

Job description

South Dakota Board of Regents seeks a Program Manager – 4-H Livestock in Brookings, SD to support state livestock programming alongside SDSU Extension and 4-H colleagues. You will help plan, deliver, and continuously improve livestock project opportunities and activities across the state.

The role requires leadership of groups, grants development, and strong communication, with travel as needed and a focus on inclusive, compliant program delivery.