"4-H Program Educator - Sussex County"

Company:

Virginia Tech

Job Location:

Blacksburg, 24061

Category:

Extension and Outreach

Type:

Adjunct/Part-Time

Job Description

Work with the Extension and its community partners in delivery of quality 4-H educational programs. The person in this position will work with 4-H youth in after-school, school enrichment, and other 4-Hprogramming to include summer camps. This person will: Partner with the 4-H agent to promote, coordinate and deliver educational programs utilizing various delivery modes including after-school programs, school enrichment, day camps, and workshops.

• Participate in assessing the effectiveness of the 4-H program and recommend improvements and new directions through the involvement of the leadership teams, local stakeholders, and key partners.
• Prepare marketing and evaluation materials. Assist with design and updates of website and social media.
• Analyze evaluation results and manage reporting requirements for programs implemented.
• Manage fiscal matters to meet best practice standards and ensure that accounting practices are consistent with any grant requirements, established University protocols and VCE guidelines.
• Actively participle in unit programming efforts which may include all program areas (ANR, 4-H, FCS).

Required Qualifications

Experience working with youth of all educational and cultural backgrounds. Experience interacting effectively with youth and adults both orally and in writing. Must be well organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must have the ability to recruit, motivate, and engage youth and adult volunteers. Must be willing to work as a team member with VCE faculty and staff as well as local stakeholders, partnering agencies, and volunteers. Familiarity and working experience with computers including Windows and Microsoft Office Suite. Must have access to reliable transportation to and from various worksites.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given for background and experience in teaching or youth development, working with volunteers, and/or experience in 4-H with a demonstrated ability to be in a supportive and empowering role with others. Ability to identify needs and plan, implement, and evaluate program impacts. Ability to effectively market programs.

Pay Band

3

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Hourly Wage

Salary Information

$17 - $20

Hours per week

20-24

Review Date

March 4, 2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a driver's license check with an acceptable and safe driving record.
Must provide own transportation on regular basis.
Alternate work schedule.
Flexible hours depending on time of year and programs being offered. The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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