Youth Program Associate (part-time)

Hiring Department

University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement
4-H Center for Youth Development - Knox County

Job Description

MU TITLE: Educational Program Associate I
LOCATION: Knox County - Edina, MO

The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement’s distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives, communities, and economies by producing relevant, reliable, and responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri.

This position will assist in the planning, management, and support of 4-H Youth Development programs in assigned geographic area, under the guidance and supervision of the 4-H Youth Development Specialist/Educator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Advocate for positive youth development in the community and MU Extension.
• Build and expand external local partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county.
• Build and expand internal partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county.
• Assist with coordination and planning, management, marketing, implementing (including teaching) and evaluation of researched based curriculum.
• Build capacity amongst volunteers and community partners.
• Engage and empower volunteers and community partners to effectively implement 4-H programs across all delivery modes.
• Develop leadership capacity among youth.
• Assist in the management of financial and in-kind resources.
• Coordinate and/or conduct educational events, contests, camps, and programs utilizing a positive youth development approach.
• Contribute to the statewide effort to impact the lives of all Missourians positively.
• Report accomplishments and impacts to appropriate sources.
• Assist with record keeping and report preparation of 4-H Youth Development Programs.
• Ensure that individuals in the county can participate in extension programs.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required.