4-H Associate Program Administrator - Perry County

This professional role supports Extension staff to provide the link between Land Grant University research and Indiana residents by offering local access to 4-H programs and experiences. The 4-H Associate Program Administrator ensures State 4-H and university policies and procedures are implemented, identifies local needs for regional or state support, and manages youth enrollment, community clubs, and volunteer onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Manage 4-H youth enrollment and recruitment using established procedures, including the local 4-H Database, Event Management software, and year-round communications.
• Recruit, manage, and identify adult volunteers to support the Purdue Extension and Indiana 4-H Youth Development mission.
• Oversee 4-H club processes, assisting volunteers with annual tasks such as financial and reporting requirements.
• Serve as the primary contact for local volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing support.
• Identify potential volunteers, review qualifications and background checks, and match volunteers with appropriate roles.
• Coordinate and communicate opportunities for the local culminating event (showcase/fair).
• Elevate concerns and issues as necessary and make efforts to recruit and reach new audiences.
• Provide connections to existing stakeholders and programs, including onboarding, selecting, and vetting youth participants and volunteers.
• Serve as a liaison with local 4-H Affiliates.
• Develop regular and effective communications with clientele and build working relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders in the community.
• Promote local, regional, state, and national 4-H educational opportunities through community groups, social media, events, partnerships, and recruiting materials.
• Implement, assess, and ensure adherence to Indiana 4-H and Purdue University policies, risk management practices, and youth protection policies.
• Report compliance issues to the Regional Youth Development Specialist, Area Director, and the State 4-H office for management and support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 6 months of experience in educational program management, volunteerism, and/or organizational systems.
• Ability to follow established procedures while prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge and skill with computer technology for preparing reports, data analysis, email, and internet applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate program-specific material.
• Strong communication, leadership, mentoring, and group process skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel using a personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided).
• Evening and weekend work is required.
• Background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required for employment.

Benefits

• Retirement eligibility under the Defined Contribution Waiting Period Career Stream Professional 1 plan.

Pay

This position falls under Pay Band S055. For details, refer to Purdue University's compensation guidelines.

Schedule

This is a part-time (50% FTE) position located in Tell City, IN.

Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. References will be required as part of the application process.