Mitchell County 4-H Agent

Position Summary

This faculty role is responsible for 4-H Youth Development programming in Mitchell County. It provides educational opportunities for youth in 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for project and judging events. It utilizes the expertise of and works closely with advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs. It develops a federal Plan of Work that is equitable in meeting the varied socio-economic needs of the county and collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs. The Mitchell County 4-H Extension program serves a school population of 1,258 with 200 4th and 5th-graders.

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.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing the 4-H program in Mitchell County by providing educational programs for youth in 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for project and judging events
• Implements the CAES Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan
• Identify, recruit, train, and help supervise 4-H volunteers
• Manage multiple programs who may receive leadership from volunteers
• Make reports to appropriate clientele and submit accurate reports
• Provides leadership for volunteers, Para-professionals, and teen leaders
• Develops a plan of work that is equitable in meeting the varied socio-economic needs of the county
• Collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs