Position Summary

This position will be responsible for managing the 4-H & Youth Development programming in Hall 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.

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.

Duties/Responsibilities

• 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 with other staff members based on critical issues
• Collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs
• Conducts promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming
• Utilizes the expertise of and works closely with advisory groups, community leaders, public officials, and representatives of intended audiences
• Maintains program records, reports impact, and creates annual programmatic goals into Georgia Counts in a timely manner
• 4-H programming will include working with teachers, principals, and other BOE members to set up and conduct in-school and/or after-school 4-H meetings
• Recruiting and managing volunteer leaders to conduct 4-H specialty clubs, competitive teams, events, and activities