Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development - Russell County

Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development – Russell County

Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development will work to provide leadership and management to the overall 4-H youth development programs for Russell County. Agent responsibilities include: implementing a well-rounded program that develops youth through school and community-based programs; recruiting and training volunteers and leaders to work with youth; utilizing and/or developing councils, advisory groups, and committees in programing around issues involving leadership development, community involvement, local government, community services and other forms of community economic development. All agents in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statutes 164.605 to 164.675.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing with groups and individuals and through mass media. Ability to use the computer for program delivery and management. Ability to visit clientele at sites throughout the county. Ability to plan and teach educational programs. Demonstrated leadership and ability to serve as a positive role model.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - Yes

Preferred Education/Experience - Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Social Science, or similar field of study.