Youth Program Associate; part-time - Atchison

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MU

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Educational Program Associate I

LOCATION: Atchison County - Rock Port, MO

The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement supports a land‑grant mission that improves lives, communities, and economies through responsive educational strategies. MU Extension collaborates with faculty, researchers, and community leaders to deliver programs that address Missourians’ needs in education, environment, workforce development, global food systems, and health systems. The 4‑H Center for Youth Development leads learning experiences for youth nationwide, emphasizing citizenship, leadership, and life skills.

This position assists in planning, managing, and supporting 4‑H Youth Development programs in the assigned geographic area under supervision of the 4‑H Youth Development Specialist.

• 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 has an emphasis on Leadership and Civic Engagement, STEM, Healthy Living, Agriculture and Natural Resources, as well as other career exploration topics. Including curriculums offered face‑to‑face activities and online.
• Build capacity among 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 all 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 utilizing a positive youth development approach.
• Contribute to the statewide effort to impact the lives of all Missourians positively 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 in knowledge, skills, and abilities as it is related to the 4‑H Youth Development program.
• Conduct all activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Acts, Title IX, Rehabilitation, Americans with Disabilities Act and local, state and federal regulations.
• As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected in order to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.

Administrative supervision is received from the assigned Field Specialist 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 ability to participate in extension programs which offer a safe environment.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (20 hours per week). Ability to travel and to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.

An associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and some experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be…