4-H Program Educator - City of Chesapeake

About the role

Work with the Extension and its community partners in delivery of quality 4-H educational programs. The person in this position will work with 4-H youth in after-school, school enrichment, and other 4-H programming to include summer camps.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the 4-H agent to promote, coordinate and deliver educational programs utilizing various delivery modes including after-school programs, school enrichment, day camps, and workshops
• Participate in assessing the effectiveness of the 4-H program and recommend improvements and new directions through the involvement of the leadership teams, local stakeholders, and key partners
• Prepare marketing and evaluation materials
• Assist with design and updates of website and social media
• Analyze evaluation results and manage reporting requirements for programs implemented
• Manage fiscal matters to meet best practice standards and insure that accounting practices are consistent with any grant requirements, established University protocols and VCE guidelines
• Actively participate in unit programming efforts which may include all program areas (ANR, 4-H, FCS, EFNEP)

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with youth of all backgrounds
• Experience interacting effectively with youth and adults both orally and in writing
• Must be well organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must have the ability to recruit, motivate, and engage youth and adult volunteers
• Must be willing to work as a team member with VCE faculty and staff as well as local stakeholders, partnering agencies, and volunteers
• Familiarity and working experience with computers including Windows and Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from various worksites

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given for background and experience in teaching or youth development, working with volunteers, and/or experience in 4-H with a demonstrated ability to be in a supportive and empowering role with others
• Ability to identify needs and plan, implement, and evaluate program impacts
• Ability to effectively market programs

Pay & Schedule

• Pay Band 3
• Overtime Status: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
• Appointment Type: Hourly Wage
• Salary: $17 - $20 per hour
• Hours per week: 20-24
• Close Date: September 18, 2026