This position is located in Wayne County, Wooster, Ohio.

Provide guidance and leadership for 4-H Youth Development programming targeted to local and area needs. Work in consort with the 4-H Program Assistants to lead the Wayne County 4-H program in its entirety. Implement and support a comprehensive volunteer system through identification, selection, orientation, training, utilization, recognition and evaluation of adult and youth volunteers to support local 4-H programming. 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. Work with and/or lead committees and volunteers, and establish and maintain partnerships within the community that support those needs. Work with program assistants to support annual overnight residential 4-H camp and day camp programming, including recruitment, selection, training and ongoing-oversight of camp counselors and adult volunteers. 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 programs, including animal science education, STEM school enrichment programming and teen engagement that meets the needs of their local community. 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 quality and results of local programs. Participate in discussions and preparation of county budget and management of the 4-H funds. 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 Development. Actively work to ensure a diversity among potential clientele and learners, as well as equal access to programs and facilities without regard to age, race, creed, color, handicap, sex, sexual orientation, development disability, national origin, marital status, arrest or non-program related conviction record.

Resume and cover letter, specific to the position, are to be included at time of applicaiton.

Extension Educator 1

Requires a Bachelor's Degree

$38,004 - $48,000 Extension

Educator 2

Requires a Master's Degree

$43,500 - $53,508

Extension Educator 3

Requires a Master's Degree and 11+ years of direct or related work experience

$51,000 - $63,036

Career Roadmap placement is:

Education

Extension Educator

Level to be determined at time of hire