Assistant Extension Agent, 4-H

About the role

The 4-H Extension Agent is a faculty member of NC State University and serves as a professional educator with primary responsibility for leading a comprehensive 4-H Youth Development program in Sampson County. This position provides leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating research-based youth programs that develop life skills, leadership, and citizenship in youth ages 5–19. The agent works collaboratively with Extension colleagues, county government, community partners, and volunteers to deliver high-quality programming that reflects local needs and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and evaluate a comprehensive county 4-H program, including clubs, school enrichment, after school programs, camps, and special interest programs.

• Conduct needs assessments and align programming with community priorities and emerging youth issues.

• Ensure programs are research-based and measurable in impact.

• Directly supervise three program assistants:

  • 1 – 4-H Program Assistant
  • 2 – JCPC Program Assistants

• Manage Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) programs, including: Teen Court / Restitution, Youth Inspire, and Prevention programs.

• Oversee multiple grant-funded programs, including budgeting, compliance, reporting, and program outcomes.

• Collaborate with county leadership and funding agencies to ensure program success and sustainability.

• Recruit, train, and support adult and teen volunteers.

• Engage advisory groups and stakeholders in program planning and evaluation.

• Market 4-H programs through local media, digital platforms, and community engagement.

• Promote participation at county, district, and state levels.

• Expand program reach to underserved audiences.

• Timely response to client requests for specific and technical information regarding youth education and related topics.

• Maintain and increase personal professional competencies.

• Allow for changing responsibilities as needed for District and State level youth and professional development events that require overnight travel.

Requirements and Preferences

• One of the following educational requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in child or youth development or related field.
  • A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field.
  • Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field.

• Experience working with broad audiences.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and establish priorities.

• Ability to be self-directed and work independently.

• Leadership skills.

• Social skills to communicate effectively.

• Preferred years experience, skills, training, education:

  • Master’s degree in a related field.
  • Experience with 4-H or Cooperative Extension programming.
  • Grant writing and grant management experience.
  • Experience working with at-risk or court-involved youth populations.

• Valid NC Driver's License required.