Quitman County -H Educator

Position: Quitman County 4-H Educator
Position Information

Classification Title Extension Educator I FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

The 4-H County Extension Educator position is an exempt professional staff role within UGA Cooperative Extension responsible the delivery of the 4-H program within the assigned county. A high level of independent judgment is used to effectively carry out the essential duties of the job and the incumbent is expected to manage both 4-H education delivery and Extension program administration by developing techniques and procedures as appropriate.

This role works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the appropriate County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

* Proficient in typing, filling, and computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office and Quick Books.

* Work in this occupation is by nature a combination of office and field work.

* Ability to work and travel with the 4-H Youth program.

* Effective communications skills - oral and written

Physical Demands

* Some degree of physical activity to conduct programs (e.g. handling animals, demonstration materials, and audio-video equipment)

* Some standing and/or sitting for various lengths of time. Withstand various seasonal weather conditions for outside activities.

* Travel to various 4-H events and competitions within the state and possibly nationally.

* Occasionally work extended hours (past eight hour work day and forty hour work week), including some nights and weekends

* Driving as needed to perform job responsibilities

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

This position will help carry out the county 4-H Educational Program:

Teach 4-H Educational Learning programs in the classroom.

Direct 4-H'ers in preparation for the 4-H competitive events including project achievement, judging teams, etc.

Conduct in school club meetings and deliver the prepared curriculum that meets state (Georgia Professional Standards) guidelines. Incorporate the results of program evaluations and feedback in planning future programs and techniques used in implementing programs under the direction of 4-H Agent and District Program Development Coordinator 4-H.

Transport or arrange for transportation of 4-H'ers to various district and state events and if assigned, provide leadership for youth while attending these events.

Incorporate the results of program evaluations and feedback in planning future programs and techniques used in implementing programs.

Publicize programs and workshops offered in local county or nearby counties to clientele.

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