H County Educator- Franklin, Grand Isle, Chittenden

4-H County Educator - Franklin, Grand Isle, Chittenden

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4-H is the nation’s positive youth development program that builds skills needed in life and career, through fun, hands‑on, non‑formal educational experiences, delivered in partnership with caring adults. 4-H County Educators provide program development, coordination, outreach and teaching for county, regional and state UVM Extension 4-H Youth Development Educational Programs for youth ages 5‑18.

This work includes recruiting, developing and collaborating with volunteers and community partners, promoting and expanding 4-H efforts, and evaluating program quality. Programming foci include science, healthy living and civic engagement as well as building leadership and other workforce skills.

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver educational programs in partnership with county, regional, and state Extension offices.
• Recruit, train, and supervise youth and adult volunteers and community partners.
• Promote and expand 4-H efforts across the counties.
• Evaluate program quality and impact, interpreting research findings on youth development.
• Communicate program outcomes to youth, volunteers, faculty, and advisory groups.

• Bachelor’s degree with two years of related experience, or equivalent work combination, focused on youth or family programming.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer and electronic communication proficiency.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, teach, and evaluate educational programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with youth, volunteers, and community partners in a team environment.
• Leadership in a collaborative environment and support for University of Vermont Extension decisions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interpret research findings on youth development and communicate them to audiences or faculty.

Experience with volunteer development and/or building community collaborations.

Anticipated Pay Range: $37,000 – $45,000 at .80 FTE.

The position will be based out of the St. Albans, VT Extension Field Office, but hybrid or remote work within Grand Isle, Franklin, and Chittenden Counties may be considered. .80 FTE equals 30 hours per week. The position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and occasional travel within the state. A reliable vehicle and the ability to lift and haul supplies for events are required.

A 120‑day probationary period applies.

Weekend work required; non‑standard work hours; contingent on continued funding; travel to and from worksites; eligible for a hybrid schedule per university telecommuting policy; background check required.

FLSA:
Exempt. Union Position: UVMSU.