Exciting Opportunity:

4-H Mentoring Coordinator (Part-Time, Flexible Hours!)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth? Do you believe in the power of mentorship and community? Join our dynamic 4-H Mentoring team and help shape the future of young individuals in Davis County!

About Us:

Since 2001, 4-H Mentoring has been a transformative community-based program, serving youth ages 9-15 who could benefit from one-on-one mentoring. We focus on providing guidance, friendship, and positive role models to youth who may come from disadvantaged backgrounds.

We are expanding into Davis County, serving youth and families in the Ogden area. This is an exciting opportunity to build and grow a new mentoring program with the support of an established team across the state.

What You’ll Do:

Engage with at-risk youth, mentors, and families to build meaningful relationships.

Organize and facilitate exciting monthly events—think fun, interactive, and growth-focused activities!

Travel to local schools, 4-H events, and mentees' homes in Davis County. (Reliable transportation is a must!)

Establish local partnerships to recruit youth and mentors

Collaborate with an experienced mentoring team that provides guidance and support.

Create a supportive and enriching environment that fosters belonging, independence, generosity, and mastery for youth.

Why You’ll Love It:

✅ Flexible hours! (~15-20 hours/week, including occasional weeknights & Saturdays) This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah.

✅ Make a real impact by helping youth build confidence, leadership, and life skills.

✅ Be part of a dedicated, mission-driven team with 4-H (operated through Utah State University Extension).

✅ No two days are the same—engage in hands-on, community-driven work!

If you’re ready to inspire and uplift youth while enjoying a fulfilling, flexible role, we’d love to hear from you!

• Maintain 25 mentor/mentee matches at your site
• Recruiting/Retention of volunteer adult mentors
• Interview and screen volunteer adult mentors
• Recruiting/Retention of youth and families for the program
• Plan and implement monthly Mentor/Mentee events
• Plan and implement Family Night Out events (every other month)
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings (trainings are held virtually)
• Plan and implement trainings for mentors
• Maintain site data (volunteers, families/youth, surveys, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to work effectively with volunteers, youth and families
• Basic Computer skills (Microsoft Applications, Google Drive, Gmail, Social Media)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-Starter, good follow-through
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Must have a high level of confidentiality
• Evenings are open and/or flexible

Preferred Qualifications:

• College education
• Mentoring experience working with children, youth, and families
• Past experience in the 4-H as a youth or volunteer
• Past experience working with nonprofits, community organizations
• Events Planning
• Bi-lingual - English/Spanish

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded to the candidate profile

2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of the application

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

The Site Coordinator position requires a combination of indoor and outdoor activities, depending on program needs and scheduled events.

Indoor Duties:

This position involves work in an office, event space, or public setting, where employees are protected from direct exposure to weather conditions but may experience variations in temperature. Tasks may require extended periods of sitting, frequent use of a computer, and repetitive hand motions such as typing and writing.

Outdoor Duties:

Some responsibilities take place in outdoor environments where employees may be exposed to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and precipitation. Outdoor activities may require standing or walking for extended periods during events, as well as occasional lifting and transporting of materials up to 25 pounds. Employees should be able to navigate event spaces, assist with basic setup and breakdown of materials, and engage with program participants in both structured and informal settings.

Physical Requirements:

This position involves moderate physical activity, including walking, standing, and lifting light materials as needed. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may occasionally be required to use protective equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 02/2025

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023