4-H Associate Program Administrator - Jay County

Job Summary

The 4-H Associate Program Administrator manages the local 4-H program, supporting Extension staff to provide 4-H programs and experiences to Indiana residents. This role ensures policies and procedures are implemented and identifies local needs for regional or state support.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage 4-H youth enrollment and recruitment using established procedures.

• Recruit and identify adult volunteers to support the 4-H mission.

• Support volunteers with annual club tasks, including financial and reporting requirements.

• Onboard and enroll local volunteers, ensuring they have the necessary qualifications and background checks.

• Coordinate and communicate opportunities for the local culminating event (showcase/fair).

• Elevate concerns and issues as necessary.

• Recruit and reach new audiences for 4-H opportunities.

• Develop regular and effective communications with clientele and colleagues.

• Promote local, regional, state, and national 4-H educational opportunities.

• Implement, assess, and ensure adherence to Indiana 4-H and Purdue University policies and procedures.

• Report compliance issues to appropriate parties.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree

• 6 months of experience in educational program management and/or volunteerism and/or organizational systems

• Ability to follow established procedures while prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines

• Knowledge and skill with computer technology in preparing and making reports, data analysis and retrieval, email and internet applications

• Effective communication skills

• Strong communication, leadership, mentoring, and group process skills

Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride, and endless opportunity to live, learn, and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture. Equal Opportunity Employer.