Emanuel County -H Educator

Posting Information

Posting Number: S13904P
Working Title: Emanuel County 4-H Educator
Department: CAES-Southeast District CES
Posted Date: 07/22/2025
Proposed Starting Date: 09/01/2025
Location: SE District
Employment Type: Full Time Employee
Salary: $40,000 per year
Schedule: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday (occasional evening and weekend work required)
Benefits: TRS or ORP, Benefits Eligible
FTE: 1.00

The 4-H County Extension Educator is a professional staff role within UGA Cooperative Extension responsible for delivering the 4-H program in the assigned county. The incumbent will manage both 4-H education delivery and Extension program administration, develop techniques and procedures, work cooperatively with Extension faculty and staff, and report to the County Extension Coordinator and District Extension Director.

• Deliver in‑school 4‑H programming to enrolled 4‑H members.
• Conduct in‑school club meetings each month, promote 4‑H events, and deliver Georgia Professional Standards‑based curriculum.
• Study and review program evaluations, modify/revise future programs and delivery techniques to meet the needs of 4‑H clientele.
• Develop efficient procedures for managing youth (sign‑up procedures, paperwork, parent relations, on‑site supervision, and counseling for County youth attending camp).
• Work with home‑school 4‑H club members to ensure equal opportunities as afforded the 4‑H club members enrolled in the local school system.
• Assist 4‑H club members with preparation for competitive events (project achievement, judging teams, etc.).
• Temporarily conduct County 4‑H Agent duties during prolonged absence.
• Involve in all aspects of event planning for 4‑H (annual 4‑H Awards Banquet).
• Identify, recruit, and train 4‑H volunteers for planning, teaching, and evaluating Cooperative Extension 4‑H programs.
• Assist volunteers with successful completion of the 4‑H Chaperone Training (Archery Team, Shotgun Team, Horse Club, Show Teams).
• Make reports to clientele, staff, Board of Education, Board of Commissioners, and public officials through electronic mass media, personal contracts, and group meetings.
• Submit accurate, complete reports in a timely manner in Georgia Counts, 4‑H enrollment, and District office as required.
• Manage all 4‑H inventory and supplies, including fundraising and event items, demonstration development materials, and camp and club meeting supplies.

• At least a baccalaureate degree in the field.
• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work with a wide range of populations.
• Knowledge of Cooperative Extension 4‑H program activities.
• Physical ability to lift, stand, sit, drive, and work outside in seasonal weather conditions.

Benefits Eligible. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

Recruitment Contact Name:
Savannah Tanner
Recruitment Contact Email: satanner