Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development - Portage County

The Ohio State University•Portage, MI

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in Portage County, Ravenna, Ohio. Provide guidance and leadership for 4-H Youth Development programming targeted to local and area needs. Implement and support a comprehensive volunteer system through identification, selection, orientation, training, utilization, recognition, and evaluation of adult and youth volunteers to support local 4-H programming. Utilize appropriate methods, both formal and informal, of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities of local community. Design, implement and teach educational programming, based on these needs, to groups and individuals comprised of adults and/or youth. Work with and/or lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of program goals. May also convene and facilitate community coalitions focused on those needs. Design and implement a high-quality, annual overnight residential 4-H camp and day camping programming, including recruitment, selection, training, and on-going oversight of teen camp counselors and adult volunteers. Work with the county junior and senior fair boards in supporting the county fair. The Educator may be required to replicate and adhere to existing programs, including STEM/Financial management school enrichment programming, that meets the needs of their local community. The Educator will develop promotional material, work with and/or lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of the program goals. The Educator evaluates educational programs and dissemination methods, as well as, utilizes existing evaluation instruments to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, program quality and results of local programs. Participate in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding and share responsibility for the management of the county budget. May also be responsible for securing external funds to support local programming. Participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision and values of both Ohio State University Extension and 4-H Youth Development.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's Degree
Must provide own transportation.
Resume and cover letter, specific to the posting, are to be included at time of application, include months and years worked for each employment listed.

Nice To Haves

Requires a Master's Degree (for Extension Educator 2)
Requires a Master's Degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience (for Extension Educator 3)