"Greene County 4-H and Youth Development Agent"

Job Details

Posting Number: F2464P

Working Title: Greene County 4-H and Youth Development Agent

Department: CAES-Northeast District CES

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Anticipated Start Date: 11/01/2025

Job Posting Date: 08/28/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Other North Georgia Area

Classification Title: Public Service Professional AC

Faculty Rank: Open Rank

Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Human/Youth Development, Sociology, Education, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Recreation, or related area. A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment.

Position Summary: This position will be responsible for managing the 4-H & Youth Development programming in Greene County by providing educational opportunities for youth in 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for project and judging events. This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Ability to organize and carry out activities and manage educational programming for youth; Demonstrated communication ability; Skills in leadership and management; Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs; Demonstrated ability to work as a team member; Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; Ability to speak to/teach large groups; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Duties/Responsibilities: Responsible for managing the 4-H and Youth Development program in assigned county(ies) by providing educational programming opportunities for youth in 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for project and judging events utilizing multiple teaching methods. Develops a plan of work that is equitable in meeting the needs of the county’s varied socio-economic population; Develops and conducts relevant interdisciplinary programs; Collaborates with other agencies; Conducts promotional efforts; Utilizes expertise of advisory groups; Utilizes current research data; Maintains program records; Participates in professional development; Ensures the Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan is followed.