Regional Educator - 4-H - Osgood, IN

Job Summary

Extension Educators provide the link between Land Grant University research and Indiana residents by supporting innovative learning opportunities for youth and youth-serving volunteers and professionals to ensure positive youth development experiences. Educators collaborate with local, regional, and state agencies, partner organizations, businesses, and schools to analyze needs; develop, implement, and oversee vibrant and sustainable research-based educational programs; and provide resources and expertise to the local community.

About the Role

This is a professional contributor position that works under general supervision while being responsible for day-to-day coordination and leadership of the local 4-H program and/or local Youth Development Programming. The Extension Educator will ensure State 4-H and university policies and procedures are implemented, provide oversight to local and regional youth-related Extension programs, and will provide local and regional educational opportunities and experiences.

Responsibilities

• Providing coordination, supporting, and/or leadership to Community 4-H Clubs through yearly oversight, ensuring best practices, volunteer placement, providing educational resources, and/or carrying out Youth Protection and Risk Management Policies
• Managing and/or supporting youth and volunteer enrollment in the local and regional 4-H Program through 4honline
• Serving as the direct supervisor of volunteers and assist volunteers in delivering 4-H programming and addressing needs and issues
• Serving as advisor and/or support to 4-H Affiliates
• Connecting with State and Regional 4-H Staff to promote educational programs
• Meting local and regional needs by connecting youth and adult volunteers with available opportunities
• Providing registration support
• Acting as local and regional connection to the State 4-H Program
• Ensuring local and regional events and participation follow Purdue University and Indiana State 4-H Policies and Procedures
• Working with 4-H Affiliates to provide a 4-H Culminating Event. Participation is to be recorded in Fair Entry
• Developing and providing 4-H and Youth Development local and regional experiences, prioritizing implementation of Purdue Extension’s statewide youth-focused curriculum and programs
• Attending and chaperoning the annual National 4-H Trip (requires supervisor approval)
• Supporting state 4-H opportunities for youth and/or youth-serving volunteers and professionals
• Participating in Professional Development provided on a regional, state-wide, and national basis as required or self-selected (requires supervisor approval)
• May hire and supervise county support staff

Requirements

• Master’s degree
• 6 months of experience in educational program development, implementation, and evaluation and/or in educational program management and/or volunteerism and/or organizational systems
• In lieu of degree, an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered (Bachelor's + 2.5 years of experience)

Qualifications

• Possess strong communication skills
• Leadership, mentoring, teamwork, and group process skills
• Knowledge of basic educational methods
• Ability to work with new and existing clientele and stakeholders
• Critical thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills
• A valid U.S. driver’s license or dependable transportation
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed within and beyond the county of assignment

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Leadership, mentoring, teamwork, and group process skills
• Knowledge of basic educational methods
• Ability to work with new and existing clientele and stakeholders
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits

This position does not offer benefits at this time.

Pay

The salary range for this position is TBD.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and may include evenings and weekends.