Extension Program Coordinator (4-H) - University of Illinois Extension

Duties & Responsibilities

• Program Coordination and Development
  • Provide leadership, as primary contact, to volunteers, 4-H members and their families in support of local 4-H clubs and their activities. Identifies critical priority needs and issues, with the assistance of other staff, to be addressed through Extension 4-H youth programs and club experiences, including under-served youth audiences.
  • Works with Unit staff, Extension volunteers, and Extension clientele to create and/or maintain administrative records including 4-HOnline and 4-H Fair Entry.
  • Conduct evaluation of program activities, as requested, and make appropriate changes or recommendations for continuation or discontinuation of the program.
  • Disseminate education information provided by Extension professionals.
  • Maintain required records and data.
  • Provides monthly reports to the County Extension Director.
• Volunteer Recruitment, Training & Development
  • Assess local volunteer needs and recruit, screen, and select appropriate adult 4-H volunteers.
  • Orient volunteers to the philosophy of the 4-H programs, risk management, policies, procedures, and required materials.
  • Coordinate volunteer trainings related to program offerings and continuing educational opportunities.
  • Maintain contact with volunteers on a regular basis through meetings and correspondence, including email and phone.
  • Formulate and implement standard operating procedures for all program activities, to ensure the safety and welfare of all volunteers and participants.
• Marketing & Networking
  • Develop and implement a marketing plan and objectives to recruit adult volunteers and youth participants for 4-H opportunities.
  • Utilize a variety of promotion methods including, personal contacts, social media and printed materials.
  • Network and collaborate with other community organizations to assess needs and develop programs to meet those needs.
• Organizational Duties
  • Participates in professional development opportunities.
  • Attends staff meetings as scheduled, and provides updates to Extension staff and Extension Council on accomplishments and activities.
  • Complies with Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity policies and guidelines in all aspects of University of Illinois Extension work.
  • Comply with all University of Illinois Extension and USDA policies and procedures in programs and employment.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.