Job Information
Washington State University Extension Coordinator in Union Gap, Washington
Extension Coordinator
Available Title(s):
1132-NNADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator, 1132-YNADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator
Business Title:
Extension Coordinator
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
This position provides oversight and shared leadership for the 4-H Youth Development Program of Yakima County. Yakima County 4-H currently serves 300 youth members enrolled in 4-H community clubs, supports 70 certified volunteers, and facilitates youth outreach programming reaching 5,000+ annually. Major duties include volunteer coordination and management, and youth programming development and facilitation under the direction of the 4-H Regional Specialist. Responsibilities include community outreach, particularly to underserved audiences, reaching youth outside of the 4-H club model, and increasing equity, inclusion, and access to local 4-H programs. This position requires a commitment to positive youth development, youth empowerment, and collaborative work, along with creativity, compassion, and strong communication skills.
Required Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; demonstrated work experience using these programs.
• Competency in using electronic communication methods and equipment for Extension education and daily work activities.
• While using a private vehicle for official business, the successful candidate must have current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.30.020 and https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.29.090) and possess a valid driver's license.
• Must successfully pass the WSU 4-H Youth Development/Child Protection screening process.
• Ability to work year round in a variety of outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to work flexible work hours that include frequent evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in volunteer management (i.e. recruitment, placement, education and recognition) and volunteerism.
• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, 4-H youth development programs.
• Experience and ability to work as a team member with staff and volunteers.
• Language and cultural competency in Spanish.
• Strong demonstrated written skills requiring limited editing and supervision in preparing reports, evaluations, press releases, synthesis of a broad range of materials, and effective written conveyance of program information to the public and program participants.
• Experience developing curriculum.
• Strong demonstrated verbal communication and listening skills: public speaking, effective conveyance of program information to the public, program participants, and decision-makers.
• Experience in mediation services.
• Experience working/collaborating with multiple public agencies, NGOs, and individuals in partnerships.
• Experience in leadership, and the ability to work and think independently.
• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, prog