Extension Agent H Youth Development – Lewis and Clark

• Master’s degree.

Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 27007 For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Ben Hauptman

Email:
ben.hauptman

Phone:

Classification Title Working Title Extension Agent – 4-H Youth Development – Lewis and Clark County Brief Position Overview

This position is located in Helena, Montana
. The primary duty for County Extension Faculty is to assess local community needs, then to develop, implement, and evaluate Extension programming to meet those needs. The primary emphasis of the Lewis and Clark County 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent position is in the area of 4-H Youth Development. The Lewis and Clark County Extension office is staffed by an Agriculture/Horticulture Agent, Family and Consumer Science and Community Vitality Agent, and a full‑time administrative professional.

Faculty Tenure Track Yes Faculty Rank Up To Professor Position Number 4B5329 Department Extension Agents/Field Division Extension Appointment Type Faculty Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary MSU Extension is committed to equitable salaries. Starting salaries are determined based on education and prior experience.

The minimum base salary with a bachelor’s degree is $51,660, and with a master’s degree is $58,660 Contract Type MUS If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

• Conduct community needs assessment and develop, plan, implement, facilitate, and evaluate successful, research‑based educational programs in 4‑H Youth Development.
• Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with peer Extension agents, Extension specialists, Montana 4‑H Center staff, county commissioners, and appropriate local individuals, groups, boards, agencies, and organizations to leverage educational programming in Lewis and Clark County.
• Provide leadership for development, planning, facilitation, and evaluation of the Lewis and Clark County 4‑H program to foster positive youth development and volunteer engagement.
• Embrace a team approach to planning, developing, and implementing an effective, interdisciplinary MSU Extension program in Lewis and Clark County.
• Collaborate with Extension faculty and county staff to plan and execute county events such as Lewis and Clark County 4‑H Fair and 4‑H Summer Camp.

• Bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead groups; assess community needs; and develop, organize, plan, teach, and evaluate effective programs.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership for Extension programming for youth, adults, and volunteers.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with individuals, groups, and community organizations representing a wide variety of youth and adult audiences.

• Master’s degree.
• At least one degree or relevant work experience in youth development, education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups and help them find constructive solutions to locally identified issues.
• Extension experience or demonstrated understanding of the Extension education model.
• Demonstrated understanding of youth and adult learning principles and their application to community‑based education and outreach.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and provide professional development to volunteers.

• Possess excellent human relation skills.
• Work with a high level of professionalism.
• Possess the ability to work effectively with other staff members.
• Demonstrate evidence of good judgment.
• Have the flexibility and innovation to respond to changing needs of people in Lewis and Clark County.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish relationships and work with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Ultimately, the successful candidate will be relational, responsive, and…