Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development, Stewart County: UT Extension

University of Tennessee•Dover, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development, serves Stewart County, Tennessee, with headquarters in Dover. Tennessee Extension agents teach and share research-based information with people from diverse backgrounds and communities. They deliver education through county offices and other community settings, as well as media such as newspapers, radio, television, websites, and email. This position plans, delivers, and evaluates 4-H Youth Development education programs, serving 4-H youth. The agent is responsible for youth projects and activities, develops and supports volunteer leaders, and keeps current on youth development research. The role reports to the County Extension Director and provides programs that meet eligible clientele’s needs without discrimination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences, or a field related to Education and/or youth development.
Meet at least one of these academic standards: cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale; senior-year undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0; or a Master’s degree.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Applicants must submit a letter of interest, a resume or curriculum vitae, and official or unofficial transcripts showing conferred degree(s).

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Work experience in a related field.
For internal transfer applicants: normally at least 18 months employed with Extension in the current location, a satisfactory or higher performance rating for the previous 18 months, and training appropriate for the assignment.

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, and evaluate 4-H Youth Development educational programs.
Implement, evaluate, and report 4-H Youth Development programs related to organization, leadership, recognition, sponsorship, and other areas.
Assume responsibility for youth projects, activities, shows, events, and committees.
Recruit and train volunteer leaders and serve as an educational resource for youth programs in the county.
Keep current on the latest research information in youth development.
Provide leadership for activities that meet the needs of all eligible clientele without discrimination.
Perform other duties as assigned.