Extension Youth Program Coordinator

What Responsibilities Will I Have?

• Organize community resources in support of the development of area youth, particularly 4-H members
• Oversee and assist county or regional 4-H chapters and clubs
• Coordinate and facilitate extension and outreach programs involving K-12 students, including workshops, after-school activities, youth mentoring, special interest programs, summer camps, day camps and other activities consisting of a variety of topics and themes
• Assess activities and ensure that programming is meeting desired needs of participants and other parties of interest
• Prepare and submit county 4-H development program plans, annual reports and other required reports
• Promote 4-H and youth development programs to groups and area families to encourage and boost membership
• Create and distribute marketing and communications materials about upcoming events and initiatives
• Provide leadership for county, district and state learning activities, including livestock shows, judging contests, public speaking, educational presentations, etc.
• Manage 4-H competitions, including county fair events
• Serve on and attend 4-H committee and council meetings
• Recruit, guide and supervise volunteers for large activities and fundraisers
• Build long-term relationships with 4-H leaders, farmers, community members, stakeholders, relevant businesses and other potential area supporters and decision makers
• Budget and manage finances related to activities and expenses