Assistant/associate Extension Agent (4-h Youth Development)

LSU AgCenter

Raceland, Louisiana, United States
Commensurate with qualifications + experience; ben...
Bachelor's degree in related field
Experience managing adult volunteers
Ability to work with diverse populations
The position involves leading the Lafourche Parish 4-H youth development program to increase youth leadership and community service learning

Job Summary

  • The position involves leading the Lafourche Parish 4-H youth development program to increase youth leadership and community service learning.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to build effective working relationships with diverse audiences, volunteers, and community organizations.
  • The role includes developing creative educational content, managing financial resources, and utilizing social media for program promotion.

Matching Summary

The position involves leading the Lafourche Parish 4-H youth development program to increase youth leadership and community service learning.

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience; Benefits include retirement, medical/dental/vision insurance, 14 holidays, and tuition exemption

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • Experience managing adult volunteers
  • Ability to work with diverse populations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of 4-H program methods

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in relevant area
  • Experience with virtual programming platforms
  • Background in agricultural commodities
  • Public relations and media writing skills
  • Innovative audience engagement strategies

Key Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree required; Master's desired
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA for undergraduate or 3.0 for graduate
  • Must be US citizen or authorized to work in US
  • Personal automobile and insurance coverage required
  • Completion of specific graduate extension courses for promotion

Work Rights

Must be US citizen or lawfully authorized to work in the United States

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