Extension Educator, 4H Youth Development - Clermont County

The Ohio State University • Clermont, FL

1d • $42,100 - $72,700 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio State University Extension Educator will work collaboratively with county, center, area and state teams of Ohio State University (OSU) Extension professionals and with local agency leaders and volunteers to provide guidance for 4-H Youth Development programming targeted to local and area needs. The Educator will utilize appropriate methods, both formal and informal, of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities of local community. The Educator will 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. Design and implement a high-quality, annual overnight residential 4-H camping program, 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 that meet the needs of their local community. The Educator will develop promotional material, work with 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. Assist in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding. Assist in the management of the county budget. The Educator will 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 (for Extension Educator 1)
• 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)
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance for 4-H Youth Development programming targeted to local and area needs.
• Utilize appropriate methods of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities.
• Implement and teach educational programming to groups and individuals.
• Work with and/or lead committees and volunteers.
• Establish and maintain partnerships within the community.
• Design and implement a high-quality, annual overnight residential 4-H camping program.
• Oversee teen camp counselors and adult volunteers.
• Work with county junior and senior fair boards in supporting the county fair.
• Develop promotional material.
• Evaluate educational programs and dissemination methods.
• Assist in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding.
• Assist in the management of the county budget.
• Participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

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