Transformative 4-H Field Specialist, Youth Development

Meyer Entsorgung; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 52,200 - 63,800; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri Extension is hiring a Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development for a 12-month, non-tenure track appointment as an assistant, associate, or full Extension Professional. The workload is 90% Extension Teaching and 10% Traditional Service with duties spanning Missouri, including Hillsboro serving Jefferson County.

Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and evaluating positive youth development programs; securing local grants; supervising program associates; and

Qualifications

• Earned PhD or master's degree at time of appointment.
• Experience with youth development, extension, or education preferred.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate programs and grants.

Responsibilities

• Implement community-based 4-H PYD programs and clubs.
• Use research-based curriculum and teaching methods.
• Secure local grants and oversee staff development.
• Lead 4-H councils, recruit volunteers, and supervise staff.
• Evaluate Missouri 4-H programs and report outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program development

Grant procurement

Volunteer management

Team collaboration

Education

PhD or master's degree

Job description

The University of Missouri Extension is hiring a Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development for a 12-month, non-tenure track appointment as an assistant, associate, or full Extension Professional. The workload is 90% Extension Teaching and 10% Traditional Service with duties spanning Missouri, including Hillsboro serving Jefferson County.

Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and evaluating positive youth development programs; securing local grants; supervising program associates; and