Stewart Co FACS/4-H Youth Development Agent
University of Georgia
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Job summary
The University of Georgia seeks a Public Service Faculty member to coordinate FACS and 4-H programming in Stewart County. The role includes leading volunteers, delivering education on food safety, nutrition, and youth development, and organizing local activities and judging events.
Responsibilities include outreach, developing educational content, reporting outcomes, and pursuing funding opportunities to sustain programs across county and state levels.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Agriculture or related area required.
- Bachelor’s degree acceptable for Public Service Provisional appointment; see Additional Requirements.
- Provisional ranking requires progress toward regular appointment.
Responsibilities
- Provides leadership for FACS and 4-H programs in county and district.
- Develops content and teaches educational programs addressing food, nutrition, housing, and youth development.
- Maintains records of program and event attendance for reporting purposes.
- Reports programming activities at county, district and state levels.
- Seeks financial opportunities and manages funds for program support.
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Job description
This position is responsible for coordinating the FACS (80%) educational program in the geographic area offering programs about food safety, parenting, money management, nutrition, and related subject matter areas. Provides leadership for Program Assistants delivering FACS programs. This position is also responsible for managing the 4-H & Youth Development (20%) programming in Stewart County by providing educational opportunities for youth in 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for projects and judging events.
This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are required. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others including 4-H Youth and Adult Clientele is also a common and necessary function of the job. 4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S.News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding the standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02 .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .
Position Information
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).
Public Service Professional AC
Open Rank
Fiscal (12 mo.)
Non-Tenure Track
A Master’s degree in Agriculture or related area.
A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment. See Additional Requirements for more information.
The provisional faculty classification is offered for no more than three years without review. You may apply for a regular service faculty appointment upon completion of an advanced degree or successful progression through the public service promotion process. See the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointments and Promotions for Public Service and Outreach Academic Rank for complete details
- Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to speak to/teach large groups of residents
- Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele
- Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits
- Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication
- Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees
- Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs
- Skills in leadership and management
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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
- Provides leadership for volunteers, para-professionals, and teen leaders in delivering FACS and 4-H programs
- Develops newsletters, exhibits, newspaper articles and radio programs to further reach the needs of the community and expand the public’s knowledge of Extension FACS and 4-H programs.
- Develops a FACS and 4-H plan of work that is equitable in meeting the needs of the varied county socioeconomic situations. Targets specific audiences such as low income and youth at risk for educational programs addressing critical issues identified in plan of work
- Develops content and educates clientele in FACS and 4-H programming issue areas of food & nutrition, food safety, housing, childcare and consumer resource management.
- Utilizes a variety of teaching methods as appropriate for each audience.
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- Maintains records of program and event attendance for reporting purposes.
- Reports programming activities at county, district and state levels.
- Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs.
- Seeks financial opportunities, grants, etc. to help fund programming in FACS and 4-H program area.
- Budgets and manages allocated funds for equipment, supplies, travel and other program support.
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- Participates in professional education development, in-service training, professional organizations and other development opportunities.
- Demonstrates personal interest and involvement in community by participating in and supporting civic/community activities and organizations and networking with community leaders
- Conducts promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming
- Maintains a professional image.
- This position serves as a UGA Public Service Faculty member and a member of the Stewart County Extension Staff who will:
- Regularly participate in staff conferences.
- Assist staff with day to day operations of Cooperative Extension county office by answering the phone, greeting visitors (ONLY as needed).
- Other duties as assigned by the County Coordinator, SW District FACS and 4-H Program Development Coordinator, SW District Director and other State FACS and 4-H Faculty.
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- Plans and conducts educational programs and outreach in the program areas of Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H.
- Utilizes the expertise of Stewart County Program Development Teams, community leaders, community agencies, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to identify needs and assist in developing educational programs
- Utilizes current research data and information on emerging issues in program development and teaching
- Implements the CAES Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan and ensures that clientele understand that UGA Extension offers its educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status
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- Develops and teaches educational programs to clientele based on the previously determined needs of the community.
- Collaborates with other staff in FACS, 4-H and AG & NR program areas to develop and conduct programs based on critical issues
- Collaborates with other agencies, university personnel and community groups to implement programs including Stewart County Family Connections, Stewart County Health Department, Family Literacy Groups, School Nutrition Program, Child Care Resource and Referral, Stewart County Schools, Department of Family & Children Services, etc..
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