Extension Program Coordinator (4-H) University of Illinois Extension - 1028631-6689 - University of Illinois
Eureka, IL
About the Job
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https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12446541 Extension Program
Coordinator (4-H) University of Illinois Extension
Extension - Unit 12, Eureka
WE TRANSFORM LIVES.
Everything we do is designed to improve the quality of life of the
people in the state of Illinois, across the nation, and around the
world. We discover, develop, translate, and disseminate knowledge to
address societal concerns and train the next generation of experts and
leaders in a way that empowers them to expand the boundaries of science
to higher levels of understanding and influence.
Be a part of our story. Through learning partnerships that extend
knowledge and change lives, University of Illinois Extension provides
educational programs aimed at making life better, healthier, safer, and
more profitable for individuals and their communities. Illinois
Extension has operated continuously for more than 100 years connecting
the citizens of Illinois to their land-grant university by providing
educational programming around the state. University of Illinois
Extension is based in the College of ACES and works with all colleges
and units of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Job Summary
Work as a team member with all Extension staff in responding to local
requests for information and assisting with program delivery support.
Duties & Responsibilities
- 4-H Program Duties
- Identifies critical priority needs and issues, with the
assistance of other staff, to be addressed through 4-H programs.
- Facilitates the planning of educational activities in an
assigned area in conjunction with other staff and volunteers:
- Oversee daily management of 4-H Community Clubs and SPIN clubs
(including annual club fiscal audits), youth member enrollment, and
lead volunteer management (recruitment, retention, and recognition).
- Oversee background screenings of 4-H volunteers with clerical
assistance.
- Assist Educator in 4-H educational programs/curriculum workshops as
requested.
- Oversee the Zuites system for youth enrollment and fee system.
- Coordinate 4-H records training, 4-H records judging, and 4-H
recognition activities with volunteers
- Oversees Unit 4-H Scholarships.
- Cross-trains with other Unit 4-H EPCs to become familiar with all
aspects of the Unit 4-H Team.
- Assists with the development of marketing plans and goals to
recruit participants for educational activities
- develops advertising and publicity for the activities in
conjunction with the Publicity and Promotion Specialist.
- Develops plans to involve volunteers in specific educational
activities, which includes recruitment.
- Networks and/or collaborates with appropriate designated
community organizations and groups with the 4-H YD Educator.
- Coordinates the logistics and activities for specific
program-related tasks, such as travel arrangements, food,
equipment, facilities, and other supplies.
- Assists in formulating and ensuring the implementation of
standard operating procedures for program activities, including
guidelines to ensure the safety and welfare of participants.
- Disseminates educational information provided by Extension
professionals.
- Data Reporting
- Assists the 4-H YD Educator in evaluating program activities,
developing impact statements, and recommending continuation,
modification, or discontinuance of the program.
- Works with staff and volunteers to collect, process, and maintain
program records and data.
- In conjunction with the 4-H YD Educator, prepare program
reports.
- Submit contact reports monthly.
- Assists the 4-H Educator with the develo ment and maintenance of
financial support (i.e. grant writing and fundraising) for the
conduct of the program activity.
- Complies with all Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
Opportunity policies and guidelines in all aspects of Extension
work; assists Unit staff with data collection for Affirmative
Action, Gender, and Targeted reports.
Other Duties
- Participates in staff development and professional development
opportunities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by County Extension Director and
4-H Youth Development Educator.
Additional Physical Demands
This full-time, 12-month position in the Woodford County office is
available contingent upon annual funding.
To perform the functions of this position, the employee will be required
to perform work both within an office and outside in the communities
that are served, and must have the capability to travel from one
location to the other in a timely fashion. Employee is responsible for
securing personal transportation. A valid driver's license is
preferred. Some work will be required during evenings and/or weekends.
When working, the employee may be exposed to a variety of environmental
factors to include, but not limited to, hot or cold weather, exposure to
noise and allergens, and uneven ground. In performing the functions of
this position
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12446541 Extension Program
Coordinator (4-H) University of Illinois Extension
Extension - Unit 12, Eureka
WE TRANSFORM LIVES.
Everything we do is designed to improve the quality of life of the
people in the state of Illinois, across the nation, and around the
world. We discover, develop, translate, and disseminate knowledge to
address societal concerns and train the next generation of experts and
leaders in a way that empowers them to expand the boundaries of science
to higher levels of understanding and influence.
Be a part of our story. Through learning partnerships that extend
knowledge and change lives, University of Illinois Extension provides
educational programs aimed at making life better, healthier, safer, and
more profitable for individuals and their communities. Illinois
Extension has operated continuously for more than 100 years connecting
the citizens of Illinois to their land-grant university by providing
educational programming around the state. University of Illinois
Extension is based in the College of ACES and works with all colleges
and units of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Job Summary
Work as a team member with all Extension staff in responding to local
requests for information and assisting with program delivery support.
Duties & Responsibilities
- 4-H Program Duties
- Identifies critical priority needs and issues, with the
assistance of other staff, to be addressed through 4-H programs.
- Facilitates the planning of educational activities in an
assigned area in conjunction with other staff and volunteers:
- Oversee daily management of 4-H Community Clubs and SPIN clubs
(including annual club fiscal audits), youth member enrollment, and
lead volunteer management (recruitment, retention, and recognition).
- Oversee background screenings of 4-H volunteers with clerical
assistance.
- Assist Educator in 4-H educational programs/curriculum workshops as
requested.
- Oversee the Zuites system for youth enrollment and fee system.
- Coordinate 4-H records training, 4-H records judging, and 4-H
recognition activities with volunteers
- Oversees Unit 4-H Scholarships.
- Cross-trains with other Unit 4-H EPCs to become familiar with all
aspects of the Unit 4-H Team.
- Assists with the development of marketing plans and goals to
recruit participants for educational activities
- develops advertising and publicity for the activities in
conjunction with the Publicity and Promotion Specialist.
- Develops plans to involve volunteers in specific educational
activities, which includes recruitment.
- Networks and/or collaborates with appropriate designated
community organizations and groups with the 4-H YD Educator.
- Coordinates the logistics and activities for specific
program-related tasks, such as travel arrangements, food,
equipment, facilities, and other supplies.
- Assists in formulating and ensuring the implementation of
standard operating procedures for program activities, including
guidelines to ensure the safety and welfare of participants.
- Disseminates educational information provided by Extension
professionals.
- Data Reporting
- Assists the 4-H YD Educator in evaluating program activities,
developing impact statements, and recommending continuation,
modification, or discontinuance of the program.
- Works with staff and volunteers to collect, process, and maintain
program records and data.
- In conjunction with the 4-H YD Educator, prepare program
reports.
- Submit contact reports monthly.
- Assists the 4-H Educator with the develo ment and maintenance of
financial support (i.e. grant writing and fundraising) for the
conduct of the program activity.
- Complies with all Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
Opportunity policies and guidelines in all aspects of Extension
work; assists Unit staff with data collection for Affirmative
Action, Gender, and Targeted reports.
Other Duties
- Participates in staff development and professional development
opportunities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by County Extension Director and
4-H Youth Development Educator.
Additional Physical Demands
This full-time, 12-month position in the Woodford County office is
available contingent upon annual funding.
To perform the functions of this position, the employee will be required
to perform work both within an office and outside in the communities
that are served, and must have the capability to travel from one
location to the other in a timely fashion. Employee is responsible for
securing personal transportation. A valid driver's license is
preferred. Some work will be required during evenings and/or weekends.
When working, the employee may be exposed to a variety of environmental
factors to include, but not limited to, hot or cold weather, exposure to
noise and allergens, and uneven ground. In performing the functions of
this position
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