4-H Crisp County AmeriCorps State Member, Part-time

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff, serving over 41,000 students across 19 schools and colleges.

This position is part of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Southwest District Cooperative Extension Service (CES).

About the role

The Georgia 4-H AmeriCorps State Member provides 4-H positive youth development programming under the direction of the 4-H County Extension Agent. This includes planning, implementation, and delivery of in-school and after-school club meetings, camp, and other 4-H programming, as well as volunteer recruitment and transportation of youth. The member will also assist in collecting impact data by administering surveys to youth and entering data into provided spreadsheets. Members must comply with AmeriCorps guidelines, including quarterly reporting, monthly webinars, and required trainings.

This is a half-time (part-time) AmeriCorps member position serving for 12 months (September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027). Members are required to log a total of 900 hours, averaging 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 4-H positive youth development programming directly to youth, including:
  • Facilitating/teaching 4-H in-school club meetings
  • Preparing students for 4-H Project Achievement
  • Attending 4-H Summer Camp
  • Designing and implementing community service projects
  • Assisting with other 4-H base programming (some may be delivered virtually)
  • Providing transportation to youth
• Support and provide leadership to the county 4-H Volunteer program by recruiting, screening, training, and engaging volunteers. Assist with coordinating the county volunteer registration database. Half-time members should recruit at least 3 new volunteers during their service.
• Track and document data related to AmeriCorps Grant performance measures, complete monthly reports, administer surveys to youth, and perform data entry.
• Attend local, district, and state program activities and events alongside the 4-H County Extension Coordinator. Participate in district and state-wide trainings, including the AmeriCorps New Service Year Orientation (October 6-7, 2026, at Rock Eagle 4-H Center), additional face-to-face trainings, and at least monthly webinars.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Valid driver’s license (required)
• U.S. citizenship with proof of citizenship (required)
• One-year commitment to the position
• Ability to pass a complete criminal history background check, including a fingerprint-based FBI check (individuals convicted of murder or those on the sex offender registry are ineligible)
• Must comply with the AmeriCorps Member Service Agreement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in program planning and delivery of youth development programs
• Basic knowledge of 4-H
• Service-minded attitude
• Experience working with youth

Skills

• Independent judgment and passion for service
• Ability to plan, develop, and direct educational programs for youth

Physical Demands

• Driving
• Light lifting
• Occasional work outdoors in adverse climate conditions

Benefits

• Modest monthly living allowance ($1,037.50/month)
• Loan forbearance
• Segal Education Award equivalent to half of the Pell Grant ($3,697.50) upon successful completion of 900 service hours by August 31, 2027 (may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary institutions or to repay qualified student loans)

Pay

$12,450.00 (total for the 12-month service term)