Job Description
Work with the Buckingham County Extension faculty, staff, and community partners in delivery of quality 4-H educational programs. The person in this position will work with 4-H youth in after-school, school enrichment, and other 4-H programming to include summer camps. This person may support agriculture and natural resources programming efforts and joint programming.
Required Qualifications
Experience working with youth of broad backgrounds. Experience interacting effectively with youth and adults both orally and in writing. Must be well organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be able to recruit, motivate, and engage youth and adult volunteers. Must be willing to work as a team member with VCE faculty and staff, local stakeholders, partnering agencies, and volunteers. Familiarity and working experience with computers, including Windows and Microsoft Office Suite. Must have access to reliable transportation to and from various worksites.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given for background and experience in teaching or youth development, working with volunteers, and/or experience in 4-H with a demonstrated ability to be in a supportive and empowering role with others. Ability to identify needs and plan, implement, and evaluate program impacts. Ability to effectively market programs.
Pay Band
3
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Hourly Wage
Salary Information
$16.26 - $17.00
Hours per week
20-24
Review Date
October 3, 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a driver's license check with an acceptable and safe driving record.
Must provide own transportation on regular basis.
Variable work schedule.
Flexible hours depending on time of year and programs being offered.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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