Posting Details
Posting Number 0801688 Classification Title Program Leader, 4-H Youth Development Working Title Department JWG 1890 Land-Grant Department Contact Email Job Summary/Basic Function
Job Summary:The Central State University Extension 4-H Youth Development (4-H) Program Leader takes a holistic approach to developing programming designed to improve Ohio youth’s lives.
The Program Leader directs the planning, delivery, and evaluation ofresearch-based educational programs for targeted audiences.
Programming is tied directly to community needs and directed toward empowering youth to reach their full potential in partnership with caring adults.
This position specializes in youth development, leadership, and/or volunteerism.
This position will report to work Monday-Friday, 8 – 5 the Central State University main campus in Wilberforce, Ohio.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Provide statewide leadership in the development, design and implementation of 4-H research-based educational programs to meet the needs of diverse audiences in Ohio.Partner and collaborate with state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community groups to meet the educational needs of Ohio residents.Provide statewide leadership for developing 4-H program goals and objectives and identify needed financial and human resources.Develop and monitor 4-H budget.Recruit, hire, train, and supervise 4-H Extension Educators, Program Extension Associates, Program Assistants, and other assigned direct reports.Oversee and submit required reporting to funding agenciesCollaborate with academic and research faculty on research agendas.Secure extramural funding through grants, contracts, and industry supported partnerships to support mission critical programming.Report impacts and outcomes to clientele, public, funders, administrators and other key stakeholders.Serve as an educational advisor and liaison for the 1890 Land Grant Extension Service and the University to appropriate 4-H public issue and program-related organizations.Represent 1890 Land Grant Extension Service 4-H Youth Development with federal, state, and local agencies and educational institutions at regional and national levels.Provide leadership to associates, educators, program assistants, contracted employees, and volunteers in delivering 4-H programs.Be active in Extension, research, and service activities at the state level; pilot new approaches and advance existing techniques in collaboration with personnel from other states where applicable.Responsible for assuring compliance with civil rights and affirmative action policies.Utilize the expertise of advisory groups, community leaders, public officials, and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and develop educational programs.Other duties as assigned or approved by supervisor The position will require some travel (including overnight stays) and evening/weekend work and activities.
Minimum Qualifications
An earned master’s degree or equivalent experience in related field of youth or child development, leadership, education, or closely related field.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated understanding of 4-H Youth DevelopmentSkill in developing urban and rural community-based youth programsDemonstrated verbal, written, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated planning and organizational skills Preferred Qualifications
An earned doctorate/ degree in related field of youth or child development, leadership, education, or closely related fieldKnowledge of Extension’s educational delivery systems and other aspects of the Land Grant system. Posting Date 12/20/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special