Extension Educator, -H Youth Development - Richland

Job Title

Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development – Richland County (Department: FAES | Knox County)

Richland County, Ohio – OSU Extension – Richland (1560).

Regular – Scheduled

Hours:

40 – Shift: First Shift

Provides guidance and leadership for the 4-H Youth Development programming targeted to meet local and area needs. Implement and support a comprehensive volunteer system through identification, selection, orientation, training, utilization, recognition, and evaluation of adult and youth volunteers to support local 4-H programming. Utilize appropriate methods, both formal and informal, of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities of local community.

Design, implement and teach educational programming, based on these needs, to groups and individuals comprised of adults and/or youth. Work with and/or lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of program goals. May also convene and facilitate community coalitions focused on those needs. Design and implement a high-quality, annual overnight residential 4-H camp and day camp experiences.

This will include recruitment, selection, training, and on-going oversight of teen camp counselors and adult volunteers. Work with the county junior and senior fair boards in supporting the county fair. The Educator may be required to replicate and adhere to existing programs, including CARTEENS, teen leadership opportunities, and school enrichment, that meets the needs of the local community. The Educator will develop promotional material, work with and/or lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of the program goals.

The Educator evaluates educational programs and dissemination methods, as well as, utilizes existing evaluation instruments to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, program quality and results of local programs. Participate in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding and share responsibility for the management of the county budget. Seek and secure external funds to support local programming. May be responsible for the management of the county budget.

Participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision and values of both Ohio State University Extension and 4-H Youth Development.

Extension Educator 1 – Requires a Bachelor's Degree – $42,100–$55,000

Extension Educator 2 – Requires a Master's Degree – $47,700–$62,300

Extension Educator 3 – Requires a Master's Degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience – $55,700–$72,700

Applicants must have relevant experience in youth development, community programming, volunteer management, and ability to secure external funds and manage budgets. Experience leading volunteer systems, designing and evaluating educational programs, and fostering partnerships with community and county boards is essential.

Salary ranges above are based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications. Ohio State offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and more.

Resume and cover letter, specific to the posting, are to be included at time of application, and should include months and years worked for each employment listed. OSU will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

As required by Ohio Revised Code section  , Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion;

treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.