North Carolina State University

Posting Number PG190762CE

Position Number NC-00062191-0625

Position Type NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)

Job City & State Asheboro, NC

Department Randolph County Extension

Working Title Extension Agent, 4-H

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Job Type Full-Time - Permanent

FTE 1.0

Essential Job Duties

Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. Check out this video on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension.

No two days in Extension are ever the same, there is always something new! Extension Agents are active in their communities and often need to meet the clients when and where they are available. This is not your typical desk job!

While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:

• Paid time off
• Paid tuition
• Health Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Benefits Programs
• WolfPerks!

You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Primary Purpose of Position

The 4-H Extension Agent is an employee of North Carolina State University and a professional educator. The 4-H Extension Agent has primary responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating effective and comprehensive 4-H programs that will meet the needs of the county population and supports the mission of the 4-H organization, which is to develop youth and adults working with those youth to realize their full potential, becoming effective contributing citizens through participation in research-based, non-formal, hands-on educational experiences. The 4-H Extension Agent cooperates with colleagues in North Carolina Cooperative Extension and county leaders in performing assigned responsibilities. The performance of assigned responsibilities is governed by the philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

The individual in the position will provide leadership for the total 4-H program and will be responsible for determining programming needs, planning, marketing, implementing and evaluating programs. This position will also be involved in training 4-H volunteers, supporting 4-H clubs, and providing opportunities for school based 4-H programs.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

NC State Extension is the educational outreach arm of the North Carolina State University College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. NC State Extension provides research-based information, programming and technical assistance to all North Carolina citizens, addressing a range of issues in four programmatic areas – Agriculture & Natural Resources; Family & Consumer Sciences; Community and Rural Development, and 4-H Youth Development. Together, with its partners – North Carolina A&T State University Extension, U.S. Department of Agriculture, state and county governments, NC State Extension is able to bring a wide variety of resources to all 100 North Carolina counties and the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians

For information about Randolph County, see: https://www.randolphcountync.gov/

To learn more about the NC Cooperative Extension Randolph County Center, go to: https://randolph.ces.ncsu.edu/

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Duties and Responsibilities

The 4-H Agent will serve as manager of the County 4-H Youth Development program.

Other Work/Responsibilities

The Extension 4-H agent will be located in Randolph County and will be responsible for directing and growing a comprehensive 4-H professional youth development program, meeting the needs of all of the county’s youth, ages 5 through 18. These programs will engage youth in positive, life-skill development activities to address issues of everyday life, enhance the community and environment where they live and give them access to high quality, experiential programming.

The Extension 4-H agent shall:

• Recruit, train, manage and reward volunteer leaders who will guide 4-H clubs, assist with the planning and coordination of events and activities, and generally support and promote the 4-H agent and program.
• Manage a county-wide 4-H advisory council that will help identify programmatic needs, support programmatic efforts and champion 4-H in the local community. This council should consist of 4-H alumni, volunteer leaders, 4-H youth, and county leaders that represent the business, social and demographic metrics of the county.
• Develop a marketing program that attracts youth and volunteers from all sectors of the county, to assure inclusivity and efficient impact of programs. Evaluate programming efforts to determine individual program and over-all 4-H program effectiveness for reporting and further marketing of the 4-H youth development program.
• Program Administration: Maintaining accurate records for youth and volunteer leaders and assuring that the program is in compliance with local, state and national regulations – to include but not be limited to the NC State University Programming with Minors regulations and financial management – to include but not be limited to monitoring county 4-H club accounts, charters and IRS compliance.
• Manage and grow the 4-H Youth Development program through clubs, school enrichment, summer programs, special interest, and traditional 4-H camps. Ensure the 4-H program is accessible to youth across the county. The Agent will develop community relationships while working closely with the Family and Consumer Science Agent, Digital Skills Agent, Agriculture Agents, and Administration. The successful candidate will promote and encourage participation in county, district, state, and national level 4-H programs.

Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises N/A

Percent of Time Spent N/A

Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key Not Applicable

Work Schedule 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with flexibility and occasional work required in evenings and weekends as necessary

Minimum Experience/Education

One of the following educational requirements: – A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in child or youth development or related field. The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor’s degree. – A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field, or – Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field.

Department Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a field related to child or youth development or in a related field with work experience in Extension or working/teaching , with an understanding that a Master’s degree will be pursued.

• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Ability to work with, interact with, and respect, broad populations.
• Ability to recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders to extend youth programming to the broadest audience possible.
• Computer literacy (proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Office).
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities.
• Ability to travel and work after-hours and weekends as needed (will be seasonally extensive).
• Ability to network with community partners and agencies and maintain working relationships.
• Must be able to lift and carry training supplies, publications, and equipment needed for training and youth programs.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited university in a field related to child and youth development.
• Experience planning programs and working in a wide range of communities.
• Experience working effectively as a team member.
• Ability to manage time, as well as program, financial, and human resources (volunteers).
• Experience and knowledge in mass media, marketing, and presentations.
• Skills in leadership, citizenship, budget management, and public relations.
• Bilingual preferred.

Relevant Points to Consider:

• The individual in this position often works night and weekend hours outside of the normal workday. To help manage the personal/professional continuum, professional scheduling is available.
• A key responsibility of this position is managing volunteers who may be considerably older or younger than the agent.
• The ability to raise funds and manage finances for the overall county 4-H program and to oversee the integrity of all 4-H related accounts in the agent’s area of responsibility is important.

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Physical Required? No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000; Minimum Doctorate $50,000

Internal Transfer Only No

Job Open Date 06/04/2025

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/219140

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Read Full Description