Extension Program Coordinator (4-H) University of Illinois Extension - 1026976-6689 - Masco Corporation
Matteson, IL
About the Job
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https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12229880 Extension Program
Coordinator (4-H) University of Illinois Extension
Extension - Unit 6, Matteson
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
The Extension Program Coordinator, 4-H Youth Development supports the
promotion, expansion, and implementation of University of Illinois
Extension 4-H Youth Development Programs in the schools and communities.
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 STEAM checkout kits and the checkout system.
- Serves as point of contact for STEAM, Robotics, Ag, and
Aerospace youth programming including providing these
programs in local schools within Clinton County.
- Assist Educator with adult training opportunities in STEAM
and AG programs.
- Assist Educator in 4-H educational programs/curriculum
workshops as requested.
- Cross-trains with other Unit 23 4-H EPC's to become
familiar with all aspects of Clinton 4-H.
- 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 Program
Coordinator.
- 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 de elopment 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
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, the employee may be subjected to various mental and
physical demands as well to include, but not limited to, independently
traveling to and performing work at different locations, lifting and
moving items that may occasionally w
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12229880 Extension Program
Coordinator (4-H) University of Illinois Extension
Extension - Unit 6, Matteson
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
The Extension Program Coordinator, 4-H Youth Development supports the
promotion, expansion, and implementation of University of Illinois
Extension 4-H Youth Development Programs in the schools and communities.
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 STEAM checkout kits and the checkout system.
- Serves as point of contact for STEAM, Robotics, Ag, and
Aerospace youth programming including providing these
programs in local schools within Clinton County.
- Assist Educator with adult training opportunities in STEAM
and AG programs.
- Assist Educator in 4-H educational programs/curriculum
workshops as requested.
- Cross-trains with other Unit 23 4-H EPC's to become
familiar with all aspects of Clinton 4-H.
- 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 Program
Coordinator.
- 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 de elopment 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
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, the employee may be subjected to various mental and
physical demands as well to include, but not limited to, independently
traveling to and performing work at different locations, lifting and
moving items that may occasionally w
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