H Youth Development Coordinator

Overview

Valley County is seeking a 4-H Youth Development Coordinator to develop, plan, and conduct programs that deliver youth and volunteer education in support of 4-H programs. This position provides high-quality, structured educational experiences that foster positive youth development, empowering youth to reach their full potential, and building strong community partnerships. This is a full-time position with full employee benefits.

The 4-H Youth Development Coordinator role can follow one of two tracts: a Club Program Coordinator or a Community Program Coordinator
. Although similar in many regards, there are distinctions between the two specialties.

• Serve as the primary contact for all 4-H Youth Development Club adults and youth, ensuring the successful operation and compliance of all club activities.
• Oversee the design, teaching, delivery, and evaluation of all 4-H club programming.
• Recruit, train, and support certified 4-H volunteer club leaders.
• Monitor club compliance with UI Extension and national 4-H policies; maintain accurate member enrollment and project data using Z-Suites, Fair Entry, and related systems.
• Organize and manage county-wide club events (record book judging, oral presentations, livestock activities such as weigh-ins, field days, shows, air project judging, ribbon/award coordination).
• Act as lead liaison with the Fair Board and Buildings & Grounds for club-related fair activities.
• Support financial compliance by auditing club and Leaders Council accounts and assisting with nonprofit filings.
• Partner with the 4-H Community Program Coordinator on county-wide celebrations and youth recognition events.

• Plan, teach, deliver, and evaluate flexible youth programming across the county, including in-school enrichment lessons, after-school programs, day camps, workshops, project-in-a-day events, and summer and winter programs.
• Ensure program fidelity by maintaining group enrollment reporting requirements.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with local organizations, libraries, schools, and civic groups to expand program reach.
• Recruit, train, and support certified 4-H non-club volunteer leaders.
• Play a critical role in strategic initiatives, including developing a Workforce Development program in alignment with partners, specifically utilizing the 4-H Beyond Ready initiative.
• Collaborate with the Club Program Coordinator on county-wide celebrations and youth recognition events.

We are seeking a candidate with established experience in youth development, education, agriculture, family and consumer sciences, or a related field, specifically possessing a proven background delivering youth programming in group settings and having knowledge of 4-H and related programs and curricula.

The ideal candidate will have strong volunteer recruitment and support skills alongside effective communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities. You must be able to engage with a broad stakeholder audience and build collaborative relationships.

Operationally, the role requires the ability to work independently and exercise initiative, possessing intermediate computer skills for data management, reporting, outreach, and social media platforms.

Finally, the position requires flexibility with a willingness to travel within the county and the ability to conduct and attend various evening and weekend programs and educational meetings, necessitating a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Valley County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Retirement Membership in PERSI
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Insurance
• Personal Leave (176 hours per year to start)
• Holiday Leave (11 days per year)
• Bereavement Leave
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account

Additionally, benefits include a Positive Work/Life Balance, Job Stability & Satisfaction, Career Advancement, a Casual Work Environment, physical and mental well-being, and a chance to make a difference.

Hiring is done without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, or genetics. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.