County Youth Coordinator

OBJECTIVE: Iowa 4-H and the County Youth Coordinator will focus on Positive Youth Development (PYD). Staff will work with youth, volunteers, and professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate a progressive series of educational programs and experiences that work toward multiple life skill outcomes (productive citizens, outstanding communicators, effective leaders, and successful learners). This position should empower youth to reach their full potential through Youth Adult Partnerships and research-based experiences.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· 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 for diverse community and corporate volunteers.

· 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.

· Assure compliance with risk management policies, including required training and background checks of volunteers.

· Establish and maintain 4-H governance committees.

· Promote 4-H state and county programs, events, and activities, working with local partners and media.

· 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.

· Collect, analyze, and share county data to ensure program effectiveness.

· 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.

· Work with County Extension Council to ensure adequate financial resources are secured.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Team player

· Self-motivated with ability to work with minimal supervision

· Problem solving skills

· Cultural competence

· Computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

· Organizational skills

· Project management skills

· Conflict management and resolution skills

· Dependability

· Collaboration and networking skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20