Greene County -H and Youth Development Agent

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2737P

Working Title: Greene County 4-H and Youth Development Agent

Department: CAES-Northeast District CES

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All applicants that apply by August 5, 2026 will be fully considered.

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Classification

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Public Service Professional AC

Faculty Rank: Open Rank

Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

• A Master's degree in Human/Youth Development, Sociology, Education, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Recreation, or related area.
• A Bachelor's degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment (see University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointments and Promotions for Public Service and Outreach Academic Rank for more information on this provisional appointment)

This position will be responsible for managing the 4-H & Youth Development programming in Greene County by providing educational opportunities for youth in 4-H club meetings, coordinating local activities, and preparing youth for project and judging events.

This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver's license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are required. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others including 4-H Youth and Adult Clientele is also a common and necessary function of the job. 4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.

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• Ability to organize and carry out activities and manage educational programming for youth
• Demonstrated communication ability
• Skills in leadership and management
• Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees
• Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to speak to/teach large groups of residents
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state…