Extension Educator - Kootenai County - 4-H Youth Development

University of Idaho

Extension Educator - Kootenai County - 4-H Youth Development

Location: Coeur d’Alene

Division/College: Col of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Employee Category: Faculty

Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
The Northern District is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor for an Extension Educator. The Extension Educator will provide leadership in all county and some district 4-H Youth program (100%). The Educator will provide assistance in university outreach where appropriate. They will provide leadership, guidance, and management to the 4-H Youth Development program in Kootenai county and will collaborate with Extension personnel across program and county lines plus actively participate on State 4-H teams and committees.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Science Degree that may include Youth or Child Development, Education, Extension Education, Life Sciences, or related fields.
• Experience working with youth and volunteers.
• Demonstrated experience/training in the recruitment, training, and management of volunteers.
• Demonstrated use of technology in managing and or delivering educational programs.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Willing and able to travel and adjust to a flexible schedule (i.e., participate in evening and weekend programs)

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience working in Extension education or post-degree professional experience in a youth development field.
• Demonstrated experience in direct youth and family programs, volunteer support and management, program coordination, risk management and research evaluation of youth programs and staff support and supervision.
• Ability to work well in a team and provide effective instruction, support, marketing, and promotion for Extension programs.
• Commitment to include diverse voice in program prioritization and planning, and commitment to developing and delivering both inclusive and targeted programming.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:



Required Licensures, Certifications or other


Posting Number: F000974P

Posting Date: 01/19/2022

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
This position will remain open until filled. Applications received by June 20, 2022 will receive priority consideration.
Along with your on-line application, write a letter of qualification addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.

In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.

For questions, please contact: Carrie Reese or James Church
Northern District Extension
Reese: 208-292-2522 /Church: 208-983-2667
carrier@uidaho.edu / jchurch@uidaho.edu

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.



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