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About the role

Lead a countywide 4-H Youth Development program aligned with statewide priorities
Influence positive youth development at scale
Build leadership, workforce readiness, and life skills in the next generation
Collaborate across counties and with statewide program teams
Operate with autonomy while supported by a strong institutional network

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a dynamic, research-based, countywide 4-H program aligned with Florida 4-H priorities, including positive youth development, volunteer systems, workforce readiness, and strategic program growth.
• Ensure programming is research-based, measurable, and aligned with UF/IFAS priorities.
• Recruit, screen, train, and support 4-H volunteers.
• Maintain compliance with youth protection and risk management policies.
• Supervise and support program assistants (when applicable).
• Build and sustain strategic partnerships with schools, nonprofit organizations, community groups, local government, youth-serving entities, and private sector organizations.
• Engage advisory committees and key stakeholders to guide program planning.
• Expand participation and increase program reach.
• Collaborate closely with county Extension colleagues and contribute to multi-county and statewide 4-H initiatives.
• Align efforts with state program teams.
• Develop outreach and communication strategies to promote 4-H programs.
• Secure external funding through grants and sponsorships.
• Document program outcomes and impact for county and UF/IFAS leadership.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements by Level:

• Extension Agent I (000439): Master’s degree and/or bachelor’s degree with relevant experience and accomplishments.
• Extension Agent II (000437): Master’s degree or 50% of hours completed towards a master’s degree along with qualifying experience or accomplishments.
• Extension Agent III (000434): Master’s degree and qualifying experience or accomplishments; evidence of creative work, professional writing, or applied extension research.
• Extension Agent IV (000430): Master’s degree and qualifying experience or accomplishments; statewide recognition for educational programs; creative work, professional writing, or applied extension research of high quality.

Qualifications & Ideal Characteristics

• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and follow through on tasks promptly and professionally.
• A strong work ethic, effective time-management skills, and the ability to balance multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to plan, organize, teach, and evaluate non-formal educational programs.
• Ability to recruit, train, and support volunteers while maintaining adherence to youth protection standards.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet program needs.
• Ability to travel within the county and occasionally within the state for programming and professional obligations.

Pay

Competitive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and career development.

Schedule

12-month, permanent status.