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Advertising/Posting Title 4-H Educator- Rutland and Bennington Counties

Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Posting Summary

4-H is the nation’s positive youth development program that builds skills needed in life and career, through fun, hands-on, non-formal educational experiences, delivered in partnership with caring adults. 4-H Educators provide program development, coordination, outreach and teaching for county, regional and state UVM Extension 4-H Youth Development Educational Programs for youth ages 5-18. This work includes recruiting, developing and collaborating with volunteers and community partners, promoting and expanding 4-H efforts, and evaluating program quality. Programming foci include science, healthy living, and civic engagement as well as building leadership and other workforce skills. Emphasis is placed on ensuring all youth can thrive, including diverse and under-represented audiences.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree and two years’ related experience, or equivalent work combination, with focus in youth or family programming, is required. Experience with volunteer development and/or building community collaborations preferred. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, teach and evaluate educational programs. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with youth and adult volunteers, including community partners, in a team environment. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Computer and electronic communication proficiency. Ability to provide leadership in a collaborative environment and be consistently supportive of decisions made by University of Vermont Extension. Must possess a commitment to fostering and supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all. Willingness to work a flexible schedule, which includes evenings, weekends, and willingness to travel, primarily within the state. Ability to work independently. An ability to interpret research findings on youth development and communicate these with youth and volunteer audiences or with faculty working with subject area curriculum/program teams and advisory groups.

Desirable Qualifications

Anticipated Pay Range $24 - $27 per hour

Other Information

• Position located in Rutland/Bennington

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, which will include evenings, weekends, and willingness to travel, primarily within the state.

• Depending on final wage for top candidate, FLSA status may be exempt or non-exempt.

• The standard working hours of this position at a .80 FTE are 30 hours per week; however, during fair season there may be a need to work additional hours. There is also the possibility of working additional hours throughout the year by working on grant projects.

To learn more or to apply, visit uvmjobs.com, complete an application along with a resume, cover letter, references and two writing samples, one of which must include images or data visualization. Cover letters should provide information about how you would contribute to the diversity of UVM and the 4-H program.

Special Conditions Position located in different city, Weekend work required, Non-standard work hours required, Travel to and from worksites required, Bargaining unit position, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date 10/03/2024

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

Position Information

Position Title Non-exempt Outreach Professional

Posting Number S5326PO

Department Ext - Statewide 4-H/50050

Position Number 011744

Employee FTE .80

Employee Term 12

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• Resume

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