Extension Educator - Hocking County, 4-H

The Ohio State University

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About The Position

The Ohio State University Extension seeks an Educator to work collaboratively with county, region and state teams of Extension professionals and with local agency leaders and volunteers. This includes implementing and supporting a comprehensive volunteer system through identification, selection, orientation, training, utilizing, recognizing, and evaluating of adult and youth volunteers to support local 4-H delivery methods (e.g. community clubs, after-school clubs, camps, school enrichment, etc.). The Educator will be responsible for a broad range of basic to complex duties that could include but are not limited to: Providing guidance and/or leadership for 4-H Youth Development programming targeted to local and regional needs. Utilize appropriate methods, both formal and informal, of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities of local community. Design, implement and teach educational programming, based on these needs, to groups and individuals comprised of adults and/or youth. Design and implement a resident and/or day camp program in collaboration with teen camp counselors and adult staff. Work with the county junior and senior fair boards in supporting the county fair. The Educator may be required to replicate and adhere to existing youth programs that meet the needs of their local community. Plan and conduct local and area educational events to increase 4-H members’ subject matter knowledge & skills and build their leadership, citizenship, & life skills. The Educator will develop promotional material, work with and/or lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of the program goals. The Educator evaluates educational programs and dissemination methods, as well as, utilizes existing evaluation instruments to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, program quality and results of local programs. Participate in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding. May also be responsible for securing external funds to support local programming. Participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision and values of both Ohio State University Extension and 4-H. The Educator evaluates educational programs and dissemination methods, as well as utilizes existing evaluation instruments to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, program quality and results of local programs. Participate in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding and may be responsible for the management of the county budget. May also be responsible for securing external funds to support local programming. Participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision and values of both Ohio State University Extension and 4-H Youth Development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.

Nice To Haves

• 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implementing and supporting a comprehensive volunteer system through identification, selection, orientation, training, utilizing, recognizing, and evaluating of adult and youth volunteers to support local 4-H delivery methods (e.g. community clubs, after-school clubs, camps, school enrichment, etc.)
• Providing guidance and/or leadership for 4-H Youth Development programming targeted to local and regional needs.
• Utilize appropriate methods, both formal and informal, of community assessment to identify educational needs and opportunities of local community.
• Design, implement and teach educational programming, based on these needs, to groups and individuals comprised of adults and/or youth.
• Design and implement a resident and/or day camp program in collaboration with teen camp counselors and adult staff.
• Work with the county junior and senior fair boards in supporting the county fair.
• Replicate and adhere to existing youth programs that meet the needs of their local community.
• Plan and conduct local and area educational events to increase 4-H members’ subject matter knowledge & skills and build their leadership, citizenship, & life skills.
• Develop promotional material, work with and/or lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support the achievement of the program goals.
• Evaluate educational programs and dissemination methods, as well as, utilizes existing evaluation instruments to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, program quality and results of local programs.
• Participate in discussions with county representatives concerning program funding.
• Securing external funds to support local programming.
• Participate as a member of county, multi-county, and/or state Extension teams to further the overall mission, vision and values of both Ohio State University Extension and 4-H.
• Responsible for the management of the county budget.

Benefits

• Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources.
• Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.
• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level