Statewide 4-H Program Director & Senior Leader

UME Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS); Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Extension (UME) seeks an Assistant Director and Program Leader for 4-H Youth Development. This senior role provides statewide leadership, aligns 4-H priorities with UME and AGNR, and reports to the Associate Dean/Director.

Responsibilities include program oversight, fundraising, and cross‑agency collaboration to expand statewide enrollment. The position requires a doctorate, leadership in a large youth program, and a strong track record in budgeting and partnerships, with

Qualifications

• Doctorate required with potential for tenure in a department or extension leadership in a large system.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and human resources management in a decentralized org.
• Excellent verbal and written communications to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide 4-H Youth Development programs and set strategic direction.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching for faculty in research-based programs.
• Secure funding and manage extramural funds for 4-H programs.
• Oversee statewide program evaluation and impact assessments.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Verbal and written communication

Strategic planning

Grant management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D.

Graduate degree in youth development/education

Job description

University of Maryland Extension (UME) seeks an Assistant Director and Program Leader for 4-H Youth Development. This senior role provides statewide leadership, aligns 4-H priorities with UME and AGNR, and reports to the Associate Dean/Director.

Responsibilities include program oversight, fundraising, and cross‑agency collaboration to expand statewide enrollment. The position requires a doctorate, leadership in a large youth program, and a strong track record in budgeting and partnerships, with