Youth Service Learning Coordinator

Overview

At Iron County Extension, we are seeking someone who is passionate about working with youth and committed to helping them develop the skills they need to thrive in the future. The Youth Service Learning (YSL) Coordinator plays a key role in the 4-H program by organizing, implementing, and supporting youth leadership initiatives, community engagement opportunities, and overall program operations.

This unique position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people in Iron County by guiding them through hands-on service learning experiences that encourage leadership, responsibility, and personal growth. The Youth Service Learning program is centered on empowering youth- helping them discover their strengths, build confidence, and grow into engaged, capable members of their communities.

Program & Event Coordination

• Coordinate YSL meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, communication, and follow-up.
• Plan, coordinate, and support summer camps and other seasonal youth programs.
• Oversee YSL activities, including fundraising events and community service projects.

Youth Leadership Support & Engagement

• Oversee YSL activities, including monthly city council activity reports.
• Support marketing and outreach efforts to promote youth activities and recruit new members.

Administration, Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with organizational and county requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, reporting, and budgets.

Team Collaboration

• Attend monthly office meetings.

Other Duties

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned or changed as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work site.
• Availability to work occasional evenings, weekends, or special events as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth, community engagement, community programs, or volunteer coordination is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Cultural sensitivity and an ability to build rapport with a diverse workforce in multicultural settings.
• Team player who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and co-workers.

Organization & Administrative Skills

• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic budgeting and record-keeping proficiency.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple projects.

Adaptability & Initiative

• Ability to work independently while supporting youth-led initiatives.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions or work assignments.
• Self-starter who takes initiative with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to learn new skills or techniques.

Professionalism & Work Ethic

• Productive worker with solid work ethic who exerts effort in successfully completing tasks.
• Dependable, responsible contributor committed to excellence and success.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Contact Information for Professional References to be entered at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile

** Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

This position requires moderate physical effort. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, including lifting up to 25 pounds, walking and standing. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

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