4-H Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator
University of Vermont

Job Info

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Advertising/Posting Title:

4-H Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator

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:

Provide outreach to communities statewide that grows the reach of 4-H positive youth development initiatives and related programs. Provide leadership for volunteer recruitment, onboarding and recognition strategies statewide. Develop recruitment materials, outreach plans, advertisements and other collateral to support the recruitment goals. Build relationships with businesses, community organizations and other entities to increase volunteer goals. Conduct outreach that promotes 4-H programs and impact statewide. Coordinate statewide 4-H events that are open to the general public and can serve as a means of recruitment. 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 three years' related experience in the areas of youth, family, volunteer and/or community development and outreach. Competency in youth, volunteer and program development. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, coordinate, teach and evaluate educational programs. Experience building collaborations and promoting initatives required. . Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate clear goals. Computer and electronic communication proficiency necessary. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in a collaborative environment. Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, which will include evenings, weekends, and travel, primarily within the state.

Desirable Qualifications:

Direct experience serving diverse and under-represented populations. Must possess a commitment to fostering and supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all.

Anticipated Pay Range:

$24/hr to $28/hr

Other Information:

Position will be located in an Extension office, where space permits.
This position has funding for a 1.0 FTE with additional grant funding, with a .80 FTE provided by base fundings. Should grants supporting the additional FTE end, this position will reduce to a .80 FTE.
At a 1.0 FTE, the average working hours are 37.5. It is expected that this position will be non-exempt due to the salary/ hourly rate. Any hours worked over 37.5 will be paid overtime.
Must have the ability to travel to worksites, primarily within the state.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which will include periodic evenings and weekends.
6 months probationary period required.
Applicants must submit cover letter, resume, references and two writing samples, one of which must include images or data visualization to be considered.

Special Conditions:

Position located in different city, Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, Bargaining unit position, Background Check required for this position

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Position:

Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Job Open Date:

11/05/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Title:

Non-exempt Outreach Professional

Posting Number:

S5364PO

Department:

Ext - Statewide 4-H/50050

Position Number :

012246

Employee FTE :

.80

Employee Term :

12

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