Youth Program Associate - Dent County

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University benefits

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Educational Program Associate I to support 4-H Youth Development programs in Dent County, Salem, MO.

The role involves planning, management, and delivery of curricula, partnerships with schools and community groups, and volunteer coordination. Responsibilities include coordinating events, reporting outcomes, fundraising support, and ensuring access to extension programs.

Qualifications

• An associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Preferred: six hours in one or more PRKC domains for youth development.
• Experience in group work with children may substitute for stated education.
• Self-motivated with initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for positive youth development in the community.
• Build external local partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county.
• Build internal partnerships with UM colleges and Missouri Extension programs.
• Coordinate and/or conduct educational events, contests, camps, and programs.
• Contribute to statewide efforts and report accomplishments to supervisors and funders.
• Assist with record keeping and report preparation for 4-H Youth Development programs.

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

PRKC knowledge domains in youth development

Job description

Educational Program Associate I

Location: Dent County - Salem, MO

This position is located in Dent County, Salem, MO. The role assists in the planning, management, and support of 4-H Youth Development programs in the assigned geographic area under the guidance of the 4-H Youth Development Specialist/Educator.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for positive youth development in the community and MU Extension.
• Build and expand external local partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county, including schools, community centers, and other youth-serving organizations.
• Build and expand internal partnerships to grow the 4-H program within the county, including partnerships among other UM colleges and Missouri Extension programs such as Agriculture & Environment, Business and Community, Health and Human Science.
• Assist with coordination and planning, management, marketing, implementing (including teaching), and evaluation (including reporting) of research‑based curriculum that emphasizes leadership and civic engagement, STEM, healthy living, agriculture and natural resources, and other career exploration topics. Include curricula offered face‑to‑face activities and online.
• Build capacity among volunteers and community partners, fostering developmental relationships to contribute to program growth.
• Engage and empower volunteers and community partners to effectively implement 4-H programs across all delivery modes.
• Develop leadership capacity among youth.
• Assist in the management of financial and in‑kind resources.
• Coordinate and/or conduct educational events, contests, camps, and programs utilizing a positive youth development approach.
• Contribute to the statewide effort to impact the lives of all Missourians positively, including promotion of state and national events and contests.
• Report accomplishments and impacts to appropriate sources including supervisor, funders, and stakeholders.
• Assist with record keeping and report preparation of 4-H Youth Development programs.
• Ensure that individuals in the county can participate in extension programs.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities for continued knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the 4-H Youth Development program.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
• As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected in order to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: An associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and some experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
• Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of six hours in one or more of the domains of the 4-H Professional, Research, Knowledge and Competency Taxonomy (PRKC) for youth development. Domains include youth and adult development, learning strategies and education, organizational systems and resource management, community partnerships and volunteerism.
• Experience in group work that involved direct care and interaction with children, such as YMCA, day care, schools, recreational facilities, etc. may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for the stated education.
• Individual must be self‑motivated, willing to take initiative, and have the ability to work with minimum supervision.

Other Information

• Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Ability to travel and to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required.
• Salary Range: $15.00 – $17.00 per hour. Grade: GGS‑005.
• Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for University benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.
• Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.