H Coordinator- San Juan

4-H Coordinator – San Juan County

Requisition :

# of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT

Position Type: Non‑benefited (hourly) Part‑Time

Advertised Salary: $18 per hour

The San Juan County Office of Utah State University Extension seeks a qualified individual to assist in coordinating countywide youth programs consistent with the county 4‑H team. Duties include recruiting volunteers and teen leaders to actively lead 4‑H clubs and events, providing educational experiences, and representing the principles of positive youth development through 4‑H.

This position will generally be 20‑25 hours a week, non‑benefited, and located in San Juan County.

• Advance the 4‑H program in the county by recruiting and training volunteers and youth leaders to organize and run 4‑H clubs; provide support and guidance to existing and new volunteers and clubs.
• Promote regional and state 4‑H programs, including marketing, registering, and supporting volunteers in facilitating opportunities.
• Support a variety of Extension outreach activities such as school enrichment activities (Farm Field Day, Career Days, camps, teen leadership programs, etc.).
• Respond to requests, office visits, telephone calls, emails, and other correspondence promptly and professionally.
• Be an active member of the USU Youth Programs Team, participating in meetings, serving on working groups, and assisting at regional and state events.
• Support the Civil Rights mandate of Utah State University Extension and implement innovative approaches to reach diverse audiences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Some college or related experience.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, excellent organizational skills, and basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, Zoom, etc.).
• Desire to work with volunteers and youth leaders.
• Reliable transportation to and from the worksite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with 4‑H or other youth‑serving organizations.
• Experience with recruiting, supervising, and working with volunteers.
• Knowledge of the Land Grant University system.
• Prior experience with community programming.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach, manage, and engage an audience (youth and adults).
• Strong computer and technology skills – Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Ability to market USU Extension youth program events and opportunities.
• Ability to effectively utilize social media to raise awareness of opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact pleasantly with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to travel throughout the area of responsibility, occasionally statewide, consistent with university policy.
• Strong organizational, time, and project management skills.
• Ability to work from home.

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume (upload at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”).
• Cover letter (type/paste at the end of your application).

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

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