Assistant Extension Agent, 4-H

Posting Number : PG190793CE

Position Number : SC -00111676-1025

Position Type :

NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)

Job City & State : Charlotte, NC

Department :

NCCE Mecklenburg County

Working Title :

Assistant Extension Agent, 4-H

Appointment : 12 Month Recurring

Job Type :

Full-Time - Permanent

FTE : 1.00

Essential Job Duties :

Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Check out this video (https : / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=3MptxITpJ54&t=3s) on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension.

While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include :

• Paid time off
• Paid tuition
• Health Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Benefits Programs
• WolfPerks!

You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition ( https : / / news.hr.ncsu.edu / you-belong-here / ) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizen.

Mecklenburg County is a county located in the southwestern region of the state of North Carolina. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,115,482. Making it the second-most populous county in North Carolina (after Wake County) and the first county in the Carolinas to surpass one million in population. Its county seat is Charlotte and is the state’s largest city. Charlotte is the 14th largest city in the United States.

For more information on Mecklenburg County, go to www.mecknc.gov /

Position Overview

The 4-H Extension Agent is a member of the faculty of North Carolina State University and a professional educator. The 4-H Extension Agent has primary responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating effective and comprehensive 4-H programs that will meet the needs of the Mecklenburg county population and supports the mission of the

4-H organization, which is to develop youth and adults working with those youth to realize their full potential, becoming effective contributing citizens through participation in research-based, non-formal, hands-on educational experiences.

The 4-H Extension Agent cooperates with colleagues in North Carolina Cooperative Extension and Mecklenburg county leaders in performing assigned responsibilities. The performance of assigned responsibilities is governed by the philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

The individual in the position will provide leadership for the total 4-H program and will be responsible for determining programming needs, planning, marketing, implementing, and evaluating programs. This position will also be involved in training 4-H volunteers, supporting 4-H clubs, and providing opportunities for school-based 4-H programs.

Other Work / Responsibilities :

The Extension 4-H agent will be located in Mecklenburg County and will be responsible for directing and growing a comprehensive 4-H professional youth development program, meeting the needs of youth, ages 5 through 18. These programs will engage youth in positive, life-skill development activities to address issues of everyday life, enhance the community and environment where they live, and give them access to high-quality, experiential programming.

The Extension 4-H agent shall :

Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises :

Percent of Time Spent :

0%

Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key :

Not Applicable

Work Schedule :

Monday - Friday- 8 AM - 5 PM Business Hours - Evenings and Weekends as required

Minimum Experience / Education :

One of the following educational requirements : – A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in child or youth development or related field. The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor’s degree. – A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field, or – Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field.

Department Required Skills :

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education :

Knowledge of the development needs of children ages 5-19.

Required License or Certification :

Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

Valid NC Driver's License required? :

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required? :

No

Physical Required? : No

Anticipated Hiring Range :

Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000; Minimum Doctorate $50,000 Commensurate with experience.

Internal Transfer Only :

No

Job Open Date : 11 / 03 / 2025

Quick Link :

https : / / jobs.ncsu.edu / postings / 224477

EEO :

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If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks as well as county-required background checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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