Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development Specialist

6 days ago


Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Extension Agent to lead the 4-H Youth Development program. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and delivering research-based educational programs to meet the needs of diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver objective, research-based educational programs to meet the needs of diverse audiences.
  • Provide leadership for 4-H Youth Development programs that meet the needs of all youth.
  • Identify, recruit, train, support, and manage volunteers to implement and carry out the 4-H educational programming in the unit.
  • Determine unit program needs by monitoring trends and issues, and conducting unit assessments with leadership committees.
  • Network and build coalitions with other agencies, organizations, and institutions to address the complex youth and family issues and the needs of the 4-H program.
  • Coordinate day-to-day activities and events associated with the unit 4-H program, including 4-H delivery (community 4-H clubs, project 4-H clubs, school enrichment 4-H, afterschool 4-H, special interest 4-H, and 4-H camping).

Requirements

  • Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (BA or BS) in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • A master's degree and promotion to Extension Agent are required no later than the sixth year of employment.
  • Knowledge and experience in planning, conducting, and evaluating Extension or non-formal education programs.
  • Understanding and ability to conduct community needs assessment to determine program priorities.
  • Knowledge of child and human development.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Basic knowledge in educational technologies and their appropriate use in the development and delivery of educational programs.
  • Program marketing skills.
  • Knowledge and willingness to involve and manage volunteers in program development and delivery.

About Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world. We are dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity, and we offer more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of over 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.



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