Youth Program Associate II - Pulaski

Overview

University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement – 4-H Center for Youth Development, Pulaski County. This position will assist in the planning, management, and support of 4-H Youth Development programs in the assigned geographic area, under the guidance and supervision of the 4-H Youth Development Specialist/Educator.

MU Extension and Engagement’s mission is to improve lives, communities, and economies by delivering educational strategies throughout Missouri. MU Extension collaborates with researchers and community leaders to address needs in educational attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems. MU Extension 4-H Center for Youth Development provides leadership and expertise in developing communities of young people learning citizenship, leadership, and life skills.

For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please visit the MU Extension site. For more information about 4-H, visit the 4-H site.

Pulaski County – Waynesville, MO

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.

• Lead the coordination and planning, management, marketing, implementing and evaluation of College and Career Pathways programming involving partner organizations in Pulaski County.
• Advocate for positive youth development in the community and MU Extension.
• Build and expand external local partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county, including Schools, Community Centers, and other Youth-serving organizations.
• Build and expand internal partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county, including partnerships among other UM Colleges and Missouri Extension programs:
  Agriculture & Environment, Business and Community, Health and Human Science.
• Assist with coordination and planning, management, marketing, implementing (including teaching) and evaluation (including reporting) of research-based curriculum that emphasizes Leadership and Civic Engagement, STEM, Healthy Living, Agriculture and Natural Resources, and other career exploration topics, including face-to-face and online curricula.
• Build capacity amongst volunteers and community partners, fostering developmental relationships to contribute to program growth.
• Engage and empower volunteers and community partners to effectively implement 4-H programs across delivery modes.
• Develop leadership capacity among youth.
• Assist in the management of financial and in-kind resources.
• Coordinate and/or conduct educational events, contests, camps, and programs using a positive youth development approach.
• Contribute to the statewide effort to positively impact Missourians, including promotion of state and national events and contests.
• Report accomplishments and impacts to appropriate sources including supervisor, funders, and stakeholders.
• Assist with record keeping and report preparation of 4-H Youth Development Programs.
• Ensure that individuals in the county can participate in extension programs.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities for continued knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the 4-H Youth Development program.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
• As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.

Administrative supervision is received from the assigned Field Specialist/Educator in 4-H Youth Development. This position is not responsible for supervision.

• Exhibit a high personal standard of excellence, be an effective team player, and demonstrate civility and respect for all.
• Engage stakeholders and learners; maintain positive interpersonal relationships and exhibit effective written and oral communication skills.
• Operate with minimal guidance and be a self-directed learner who is flexible and adaptable to changing environments.
• Ensure all youth and adults in the county have an…