Genesee County Extension 4-H Program Coordinator

MSU Internal Job Postings Details • Flint, MI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) is seeking a 4-H Program Coordinator for the Genesee County Extension. This role provides leadership and oversight for the growth and management of local 4-H programs, volunteers, and youth participants. The coordinator will work with the Children & Youth Institute (CYI) to ensure program alignment with organizational goals. Key responsibilities include recruiting, selecting, and training volunteers, identifying opportunities for program promotion and expansion, and promoting the visibility of 4-H and MSU Extension programs. The position focuses on building new partnerships, delivering programs within schools and community groups, and reaching youth in Genesee County through various channels including clubs, after-school programs, and mentoring. The coordinator will also provide information and learning opportunities through technology, mass media, group meetings, workshops, and individual contacts. While some direct programming with youth will occur, the primary focus is on developing partnerships and program expansion. Needs assessments will drive program strategies, and the coordinator will lead local 4-H groups in financial management and training. Efforts will be made to expand Extension programs to unreached populations, including limited resource families, youth, minorities, and the disabled. Primary program delivery will be through in-school, after-school, and short-term special interest groups. The position involves planning, organizing, and implementing youth development programs relevant to Genesee County residents, communicating program information to supervisors, and collaborating with other staff on program plans and reports. Professional development will be provided for skills in volunteer screening, youth development, and program management. The role requires creating, promoting, and representing MSU Extension in a collegial manner. A flexible work environment may be available, with an expectation to work from a MSU Extension County office. This is an off-dated position funded for one year with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in program development and management in 4-H or other youth development program.
• Volunteer management and experience supervising volunteers or of others.
• Demonstrated success in program development and delivery to audiences/communities representative of the communities we serve and proven ability in establishing and working with a network of constituents and community members across race, color, gender, national origin, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, veteran status, socioeconomic class, and other differences.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and use of appropriate approaches, skills, and techniques, which reflect an understanding and awareness of social, cultural, and varied economic backgrounds and perspectives of the target population served.
• Experience and proven ability working productively with a team serving in both leadership and contributor roles.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in use of technology (e.g., Zoom, Qualtrics, Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook for mail/calendaring, distance technology, etc.) for day-to-day work, record keeping, reporting, and team-based communications.
• Travel in local and surrounding communities and occasional long-distance travel is required as a regular part of this position.
• Ability to lift and carry educational materials, equipment, etc. up to 25 lbs.
• Transportation is the responsibility of the employee.
• Other skills and/or physical abilities required to perform duties of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Non-formal education teaching experience.
• Demonstrated drive and initiative, with proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain partnerships across audiences reflective of varied backgrounds and perspectives and/or communities.
• Prior experience performing work in support of external contract and/or grant requirements.

Responsibilities

• Train 4-H volunteers to reach and involve youth, adults, and families with non-formal “learning by doing” experiences.
• Build new partnerships with schools and community groups with a focus on reaching youth through a variety of program delivery methods.
• Attend and act in an advisory capacity at 4-H Leaders’ Council and other program committee meetings, leading volunteers and members in coordination of county-wide projects and ensuring that all MSU Extension and 4-H policies are followed.
• Provide leadership to local volunteer management; ensure on an annual basis metrics are achieved to identify, recruit, select, train, and assist volunteers to teach and advise youth in various programs and activities.
• Work collaboratively with the 4-H Staff Development and Supervising Educator, District Director, Extension Educators, and other program partners to identify, implement, and disseminate MSU Extension’s educational priorities across the state and within communities.
• Operate independently, ensuring that program delivery follows established guidelines and meets the goals set for reaching the desired number of youths locally and statewide.
• Use program development and advisory committees and conduct needs assessments in conjunction with local program partners to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate youth development programs, identify needs, opportunities, and carry-out programming that is relevant to the needs of county residents.
• Provide leadership, management and oversight of all county-based financial resources related to 4-H programs.
• Understand and support the Children and Youth Institute’s efforts in culture, access, belonging, and Civil Rights, including the availability of 4-H Youth programs and activities, with a special emphasis on removing barriers from participation and reaching populations representative of the communities we serve.
• Other duties or projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Professional development to help build skills and knowledge related to volunteer screening and management, youth development, and program management.
• Space available to work from the Genesee County MSU Extension office.
• Eligible to utilize a flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level