Position Function:
This is a full-time youth development position based in the Center for 4-H Youth Development. The function of the associate it to oversee the 4-H Leadership Team and work with Extension Agents to provide opportunities for youth to develop their leadership skills through programs such as the 4-H Ambassadors under the leadership of a State 4-H Extension Specialist or Faculty member. This position will also work to identify 4-H alumni and develop opportunities for current 4-H youth to intern with, or be mentored by, 4-H alumni.
Salary Grade: 13
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
This position will be located in the Center for 4-H Youth Development in Starkville, MS.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
February 2024.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Researches and reviews relevant articles and issues relating to the program area
· Plans and develops content, curriculum, techniques, and competencies for relevant programming.
· Identifies needed initiatives and creates and implements them.
· Responsible for developing policies and procedures.
· Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of training and educational programs related to the program area.
· Identifies appropriate training sites and audiences.
· Attends advisory meetings and fosters relationships with community partners.
· Identifies opportunities for collaboration.
· Teaches the community program curriculum.
· Designs and implements evaluation of program or project.
· Compiles and writes reports.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree.
Licensure: Valid driver's license.
Rank and Salary will be commensurate with education and/or level of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in youth development or education as an employee and/or volunteer in school and/or extracurricular environments.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of youth development programs.
Ability to travel.
Good communication skills.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
1. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
2. No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
3. No or very limited physical effort required.
4. Travel is required.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applications, along with a cover letter, resume, and the complete contact information for three references must be submitted to https://www.msujobs.msstate.edu.
Screening Date:
February 12, 2024 until filled.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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