Youth Coordinator

Job Description: Calhoun County Youth Coordinator

DESCRIPTION: Iowa 4-H and the Calhoun County Youth Coordinator will focus on Positive Youth

Development (PYD).Staff will work with youth, volunteers, and professionals to plan, implement,

and evaluate aprogressive series of educational programs and experiences that work toward

multiple life skilloutcomes (productive citizens, outstanding communicators, effective leaders,

and successfullearners). This position should empower youth to reach their full potential

through Youth-AdultPartnerships and research-based experiences.

PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITES

• Collaborate with internal and external partners to advance the Iowa 4-H mission and vision.
• Develop and implement a year-round county recruitment and retention strategy to bring diverse youth from entry-point activities into long-term involvement in 4-H.
• Communicate effectively and build relationships with the County Extension Council, youth, families, volunteers, other extension staff and community partners.
• Represent Iowa State University, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and Iowa 4-H professionally and positively.
• Implement programs in accordance with state and federal guidelines and policies and share with volunteers and community partners.
• Administer evaluations and share impacts with County Extension Council and partners.
• Implement programming to attract new 4-H audiences to address local youth issues.
• Apply program quality methods and strategies to 4-H experiences and clubs.
• Communicate effectively with 4-H members, families, volunteers and other staff through newsletters, letters, and emails.
• Promote 4-H clubs, Clover Kids and regional and statewide 4-H events and activities; including, but not limited to, Iowa 4-H Youth Conference, Iowa State Fair, 4-H volunteer state meetings.
• Organize and deliver county and multi-county 4-H events and activities with volunteers; including, but not limited to: National 4-H Week, 4-H Awards Night, New 4-H Family events, 4-H club officer training, livestock weigh-ins, 4-H Project Based workshop and county fair events prior to and during the county fair.
• Gather and prepare information to submit to media regarding youth events, activities, and 4-H members.
• Collaborate with other CYCs and 4-H program specialists to advance the 4-H program.
• Manage/oversee 4-H data including the 4-H Online Enrollment and Entry Database Program.
• Coordinate with Regional Program Specialist and County Extension Council to assure adequate financial resources are secured to carry out the county 4-H and youth program.
• Order necessary materials and supplies in a timely manner with approval of Regional Director.
• Maintain a current inventory of 4-H materials and supplies.
• Coordinate other 4-H and youth activities and duties as assigned.
• Serve as staff liaison/coordinator for county 4-H and Youth Committee and County Youth Council.
• Support and teach as needed for short term groups (Clover Kids, babysitting class, etc.)
• Coordinate community youth outreach programs (summer day camps, family fun night, after school programs, in-school presentations, etc.)
• Any other related duties deemed necessary to the success of ISU Extension in Calhoun County.

VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT

• Develop and implement a year-round county recruitment and retention strategy for diverse community and corporate volunteers.
• Assure compliance with risk management policies, including required training and background checks of volunteers.
• Organize and maintain volunteer management system (ISOTURE).
• Recruit and screen volunteers for various roles and activities.
• Organize volunteer training and directly train on specific county organizational tasks.
• Recognize and evaluate the contributions of volunteers, County Council, 4-H and Youth Committee, and project committees.
• Delegate responsibility and authority according to volunteer strengths and interests.
• Work with county 4-H foundation to secure private support through fundraising and local grants.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school graduate or GED.

2. Must be able to demonstrate forward thinking skills.

3. Must be able to demonstrate independent work skills.

4. Previous experience working with youth.

5. Effectively communicate with all age groups, personally, verbally and in writing.

6. Valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation with proof of vehicle liability

coverage.

7. Ability to pass ISU Extension background checks and screenings.

8. Offer is contingent upon approval of the full county Extension council.

9. Computer skills and demonstrated competence.

10. Ability to problem-solve, use organizational skills and work on multiple tasks.

11. Capability to work in a team atmosphere with minimal supervision.

12. Ability to handle the physical demands of the job and work in a safe manner.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Rockwell City, IA 50579 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rockwell City, IA 50579: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19