Assistant Director for 4-H Youth Development

4 days ago

Auburn, Alabama, United States Auburn University Full time
Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Director for 4-H Youth Development

Posting Number

P2256F

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) at Auburn University invites applications for the Assistant Director for 4-H Youth Development. This is an exciting leadership role with the opportunity to shape the future of Alabama's largest youth development organization. The Assistant Director will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and program development, ensuring that Alabama 4-H continues to offer impactful, inclusive, and innovative educational experiences to thousands of young people across the state.

The Assistant Director for 4-H Youth Development will provide strategic leadership for Alabama's 4-H program, ensuring alignment with Auburn University's goals and ACES' mission to enhance youth development. The role involves overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative programs, for all youth in Alabama. The Assistant Director will build strong partnerships with community leaders, volunteers, and Extension faculty while representing Alabama at regional and national levels. This position also involves mentoring 4-H staff and volunteers, managing program budgets, and securing external funding through grants and partnerships. The Assistant Director will advocate for 4-H across the state, ensuring that the program's value and outcomes are effectively communicated to diverse audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

  • The candidate must have an earned PhD from an accredited institution in a field relevant to ACES programs(e.g., agriculture, human sciences, education, natural resources, STEM, and related fields), and must have achieved the academic and professional qualifications to be considered at the level of Associate Professor.
  • A minimum of five years of leadership experience in Extension or a similar organization, with a proven track record of successful program management and staff supervision.
  • Experience in securing and managing external funding, including grants.
  • Deep knowledge of 4-H youth development and the Cooperative Extension system.
  • Success in developing and maintaining effective partnerships and working relationships with internal/external stakeholders and broad audiences.
  • Outstanding communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Desired Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

150, ,000

Open Date

10/29/2025

Close Date

11/05/2025

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.

Open Until Filled

No

References required for this position?

Yes

If yes, minimum number requested

2

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