Urban 4H Educator - Buffalo, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

5d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County has an opening for a temporary full-time Urban 4-H Educator working from the Buffalo, NY office through August 2026. The Educator will serve as a member of the 4-H Youth Development team to assist with delivery and evaluation of the 4-H Youth Development Program with the goal of promoting thriving in young people ages 5-18 in Erie County, with primary focus on urban areas. Educator will be responsible for coordinating and delivering program objectives and plans in 4-H Youth Development programming, primarily in school and afterschool settings. Key program subject areas may include: leadership; civic engagement; life skills and workforce preparation; food systems;; and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Requirements

Associate’s or Equivalent Education. (GED/High School Diploma with one-year transferrable program/functional experience may substitute.)
Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Experience and commitment to working with youth with a variety of backgrounds.
Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
Ability to meet acceptable background check standards.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.
Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, and professional leaders.
Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts.
Ability to plan, teach and evaluate informal educational programs through a variety of delivery methods to reach individuals and groups.
Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written and electronic methods.
Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and the ability to handle confidential, sensitive information.
Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, requirements, and priorities to complete work in a timely manner and within established deadlines.
Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
Ability to work in a typical office environment as well as outdoors during various weather conditions. Position may include lifting, moving, and/or transporting supplies, work related materials, and equipment with or without accommodation. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.
Demonstrated experience with teen leadership programming.
Coursework in Education, Agriculture, and/or Human/Youth Development.

Responsibilities

Deliver high quality 4-H Youth Development educational programs and events that address local, regional, and statewide 4-H Youth Development programming priorities with emphasis on leadership; civic engagement; life skills and workforce preparation; food systems; and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
Utilize existing program curricula to address identified programming priorities.
During the summer assist with implementation and leadership of youth summer program providing daily activities and events.
Utilize a variety of educational methods which may include direct teaching, group experiences, media, newsletters, electronic technology, internet, and distance learning to deliver program.
Serve as subject matter resource utilizing existing subject matter resources.
Collaborate with community agencies as requested or required to facilitate programs and activities.
Assist with ensuring a safe, positive, and supportive atmosphere during all meetings and activities.
Provide educational program efforts via mass media including contributing articles to 4-H newsletter, utilizing emails, phone messages, and website postings.
Interact with program participants, parents, and volunteers, representing CCE in a professional manner at all times. Present as a positive role model for youth participants in all program activities and programs.
Represent CCE before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell, or other land grant universities in a professional manner as part of program delivery.
Implement and support program evaluation as designed.
Interact with program participants, program committees, and other key stakeholders as identified to collect evaluation data.
Assist in analyzing collected program evaluation data for reporting and program improvement purposes using standard, established policy, procedure, and methods.
Assist in recommending program changes to strengthen and improve programs.
Assist in the communication evaluation results and findings
Assist with solving problems and resolving conflicts that arise within the program utilizing appropriate policies and procedures and with supervisor guidance as needed.
Assist with identifying, anticipating, recommending, and planning for program needs/supplies.
Assist with effectively managing program budget allocations.
Assist in identifying ways to reduce costs and maximize existing resources within the program and Association.
Communicate regularly with Erie County 4-H Team Leader.
Accurately collect, prepare, and maintain paperwork and files.
Coordinate and hold regular meetings with the Erie County 4-H Team Leader to prepare for programming, connect with community partners, and raise questions and concerns.
Coordinate, compile, and organize existing program resources and program materials.
Assist with the coordination, inventory, organization and preparation of materials, equipment, reference materials, etc. for programs and activities
Assist in communication with participants and the public through newsletters, emails, phone messages, and social media.
Effectively maintain existing professional relationships with other agencies, organizations and businesses that promote effective communication and facilitate continued programming efforts.
Prepare and submit accurate expense reports, mileage reports, receipts/supporting documentation, and/or vouchers in a timely manner per established policy and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of all information and data collected, accessed, and/or maintained.
Provide data and information to assist with preparation of reports, impact statements, and success stories for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others as requested.
Transport self and/or program materials/resources in performing position responsibilities.
In cooperation with the Supervisor, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required.
Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.
Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and other duties as assigned.
Conduct all programming and activities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association policies, procedures, and processes and Skills for Success.
Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to the public, community leaders, colleagues, volunteers, members of Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials and the general public in a professional manner at all times.
Perform all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.