4H Youth Development Educator - Jamestown, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

5d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County is hiring a full-time 4-H Youth Development Educator based at its Jamestown, New York office. The educator will join the 4-H Youth Development team to assist with delivering and evaluating educational programs and activities. The role includes direct programming for school-aged youth in classroom settings, expanding agricultural awareness, and teaching relevant curriculum. Program areas include 4-H Camp, Ag in the Classroom, Spark Programming, the BOCES Co-Ser, and 4-H Club Programming. The position delivers established educational programs and events, supports program evaluation and administrative coordination, and works with participants, volunteers, colleagues, community members, and partner organizations. It also involves preparing program resources and reports, supporting volunteer management, representing Cornell Cooperative Extension professionally, and following applicable safety requirements, policies, and laws. The position is based in the Jamestown office; remote work is not available. Expected hours are 40 per week, with an hourly rate of $18.00 to $21.00, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education; an associate degree plus two years of transferable, relevant program or functional experience may substitute.
Experience relevant to the role.
Ability to meet the position’s travel requirements.
Ability to meet acceptable background check standards.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends as appropriate.
Proficient spoken, written, and reading English communication skills.
Ability to present effective and relevant educational lessons to target audiences in group settings.
Ability to relate effectively to coworkers, advisors, community members, and professional leaders.
Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and tactfully through verbal, written, and electronic methods.
Integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, requirements, and priorities to meet deadlines.
Proficiency with Windows-based software, the internet, and Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to work in a typical office environment, including lifting, moving, and/or transporting office supplies, work-related materials, and equipment, with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in Education, Agriculture, and/or Human or Youth Development.
Experience with Cooperative Extension or similar educational organizations.
Experience working with and collaborating with volunteers.
Experience in 4-H and/or FFA.

Responsibilities

Deliver established 4-H Youth Development and Ag in the Classroom programs and events addressing local, regional, and statewide priorities.
Assist with innovative educational programming using a variety of delivery methods and supervisor guidance.
Participate in assigned special events, including leader training, county and state fairs, fundraising, public presentations, Achievement Night, and enrollment campaigns.
Occasionally develop lesson plans using existing subject-matter knowledge and deliver educational programs through teaching, group activities, media, newsletters, electronic technology, internet, and distance learning.
Use existing subject-matter resources and materials and foster acceptance of program methods and policies with consideration for participant needs and experiences.
Promote programs through mass media, newsletters, email, phone messages, and website postings; represent CCE professionally to participants and external audiences.
Implement program evaluations, collect and analyze evaluation data, and communicate results and findings.
Assist with identifying activities and resources for initiatives, providing program information for budget development, and identifying potential 4-H fundraising opportunities.
Assist with identifying program supply and material needs, resolving program issues and conflicts, and supporting volunteer recruitment, screening, orientation, training, evaluation, and management.
Coordinate and organize program resources and teaching materials, confirm events, gather materials, and arrange delivery to offsite program locations.
Maintain communications with constituents and the community through newsletters, email, electronic technology, social media, and website postings.
Collect and reconcile event and program receipts and monies; prepare expense reports and supporting documentation in a timely manner.
Serve as a contact for county volunteers and volunteer leaders and maintain professional relationships with partner agencies, organizations, and businesses.
Provide information for reports, impact statements, and success stories; maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and data.
Transport self and/or program materials and resources as needed.
Develop and pursue a professional development plan with the supervisor and attend required orientation, training, and in-service events.
Support a safe work environment, follow applicable safety rules and policies, and communicate identified hazards to supervisors.
Collaborate in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension, follow applicable laws and association policies, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and perform other assigned duties professionally and accurately.