Nature and Requirements of the position: This position provides assistance to Jones County and to the County Extension Council to expand the reach of 4-H youth opportunities through the organization/delivery of community programming (school enrichment, afterschool opportunities and other 4-H programming). This position will expand the reach of research-based education by providing assistance or coordination of adult education in collaboration with ISU Extension and Outreach specialists and county staff.

•  Full-time hourly position (40 hours) – rate based on experience and education. Schedule may fluctuate as needed to prepare and provide after-school and enrichment opportunities. Night and weekend work availability is a must. Work attendance during the week of the Great Jones County Fair is required.
•  Assist and provide support for Jones County Youth programs as needed or assigned.
• Work collaboratively with Jones County staff to provide office coverage and essential office functions for excellent customer service.
• Serve as a face of the Jones County Ag Extension District to develop partnerships and community connections in collaboration with county staff and the regional director.
• Follow Extension Council and ISU Extension and Outreach administrative guidelines.
• Requires training with potential of initial and subsequent travel.
• Benefits include a portion of health insurance, PTO, IPERS, EAP. Travel while conducting work is reimbursed at the IRS approved rate.
• Reports to Regional Director.

Youth Program Development / Maintenance (40%)

• Identify potential youth audiences per county guidelines, with an initial concentration in K-3rd grade to then expand to K-12 grade.
• Deliver/manage community-based programming with director supervisor and 4-H staff. Community programing includes school enrichment, out-of-school programming, day camps, and other opportunities utilizing research-based education and curriculum. Organize and conduct educational activities in Citizenship and Leadership, Healthy Living, STEAM, as well as Arts and Communication (day camps, summer camps, etc)
• Encourage development of life skills among program participants.
• Manage financial budgets for individual programs.
• Network with related county organizations and ISU Extension and Outreach offices.
• Assist with media marketing efforts as needed.
• Evaluate programs and compile data as needed.

Resource Development and Relationships (20%)

• Contribute as an integral and productive team member of the Jones County office.
• Represent ISU Extension and Outreach in a professional manner.
• Builds community collaborations and serves as a face of ISU Extension and Outreach locally in partnership with the Jones County team.
• Inform supervisor of county projects and project outcomes regularly.
• Support and initiate strategies to develop volunteer networks as needed.
• Manages local data collection in line with program area requirements.
• Manages project budgets within the program area.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with staff and clients.
• Continually develop and enhance relevant skills and understand current professional standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Program Development / Coordination (40%)

• Works collaboratively with the county staff and council programming committee to identify and respond to community needs through ISU Extension and Outreach (or other land grant university) research-based education.
• Develops an annual plan of work to expand the reach to new audiences in Jones County and the region – with an initial emphasis in Jones County.
• Plans and coordinates educational programming in a specific program area in collaboration with program specialists, regional directors, and councils utilizing a research-based program curriculum. I.e. Ag and Natural Resources, Human Sciences, Community and Economic Development.

• Minimum 2-year post-secondary degree and 2 years experience. Knowledge and experience working with youth are a must.
• Is a strong team player with a demonstrated interest in youth and volunteer leadership.
• Capable of delegating tasks and coordinating volunteer efforts.
• Strong leadership skills. Conflict Management skills.
• Excellent organizational communication (written and verbal) and networking skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Computer, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Team player and people-oriented.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Teaching or facilitation experience in the field related to the program area if direct instruction is a required job responsibility.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Employment contingent upon successful screening in Child Protection Safety Program (Criminal Background Check).

• Experience working with K-12th grade youth preferred. 4-H experience is valuable.
• Demonstrated record of establishing new programs and audiences.
• Successful contract and grant writing experience.
• Experience working cooperatively with boards and diverse groups

Job Classification: Full-time hourly. Hours over 40 are paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate.

Terms of employment:

• Continued employment contingent upon successful completion of initial 4-month probationary period.
• $17-22 per hour based on education and experience

TO APPLY: 

To be considered for the position, submit an employment application with a cover letter and resume.

Send to: raeannb@iastate.edu or av2@iastate.edu or 800 North Maple Street, Monticello, IA

319-465-3224

Application documents are appreciated in PDF format, however, can be accepted in .DOC format.