Utah State University Extension is seeking an organized, enthusiastic, youth-focused individual to serve as a Youth Educator on the Weber County 4-H team.

This position will work with the Weber County 4-H team to provide high-quality youth programming throughout the community, with an emphasis on STEM, youth education and hands-on learning opportunities. This position will focus on expanding 4-H outreach while helping youth and families become more engaged in the program. Responsibilities will include organizing and teaching summer Aggie Camps and other educational programs related to STEM that provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences for youth. A key goal will be recruiting and supporting parents and community members as 4-H volunteers, strengthening and growing 4-H clubs, supporting youth and families, coordinating events and activities, and working collaboratively with the Weber County 4-H team to successfully carry out program priorities and expand the reach and impact of 4-H in the community.

Position Structure
The Youth Educator is one member of the Weber County 4-H team and reports to the Weber County 4-H Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator provides overall leadership and direction for the Weber County 4-H program, establishes program priorities, coordinates staff responsibilities, and determines how the team's resources can best be used to serve youth and families. The Youth Educator works collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and other 4-H staff to carry out those priorities. Responsibilities may shift throughout the year based on program needs, events, volunteer needs, and the overall team workload.

Success in this position is measured not simply by programs personally delivered, but by how effectively the Youth Educator contributes to the success of the entire Weber County 4-H team. This includes coordinating programs and events, supporting youth and families, and helping other team members accomplish shared goals.

• Weber County 4-H Team Support
• Work collaboratively as a member of the Weber County 4-H team to accomplish county 4-H goals and priorities
• Participate in regular team planning and coordination
• Organize and teach workshops throughout the school year and Aggie Camps throughout the summer months in the community
• Establish collaborations and form partnerships with other agencies and entities on order to grow the 4-H program in Weber County
• Help organize and maintain 4-H resources
• Recruit and assist adult and youth volunteers to teach and build the 4-H program with an emphasis to reach under-served and diverse audiences
• Coordinate assigned portions of programs and events under the direction of the 4-H Program Coordinator
• Prepare facilities, supplies, equipment, schedules and other materials
• Assist with data collection, evaluation and reporting
• Follow Utah State University, USU Extension, and Utah 4-H policies and procedures, including youth protection, volunteer management, risk management and financial accountability
• Participate in appropriate USU Extension and Utah 4-H training and professional development
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Weber County 4-H program

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate
• At least 6 months experience working with youth, volunteers, education, recreation, community programs, Extension, or related activities
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Must be available to work in the afternoons during the school year, approximately 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and weekdays during the summer from 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. and occasional Saturdays
• Ability and willingness to travel within Weber County and occasionally to other locations in Utah
• Must have access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of STEM
• Spanish language proficiency

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple activities and deadlines
• Demonstrate dependability, including arriving on time, meeting deadlines, following through on assignments, and communicating proactively when challenges arise
• Ability to work independently on assigned responsibilities while maintaining communication and coordination with the larger team.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with youth, families, volunteers, and coworkers
• Basic computer and office technology skills
• Ability and willingness to learn new programs, processes, and responsibilities
• A strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration
• A genuine interest in helping young people learn, grow, and succeed.
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Flexibility and willingness to assist in different 4-H program areas based on team needs.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with youth, parents, volunteers, and coworkers.
• Ability to organize activities and follow assignments through to completion.

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. This position requires moderate physical activity, including the handling of objects up to 25 pounds and/or standing or walking more than one hour per day.

About Utah 4-H
Utah 4-H is the youth development program of Utah State University Extension. Through clubs, camps, contests, leadership opportunities, and hands-on experiences, 4-H helps young people discover their interests, develop meaningful relationships, build skills, and prepare for work and life.

The Weber County 4-H team works together to create meaningful opportunities for young people to explore their interests, develop skills, practice leadership, and gain experiences that prepare them for future success.

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