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POSITION SPECIFICS
Penn State Extension seeks an innovative and energetic professional Extension Program Coordinator to serve as a member of the 4-H Youth Development team to help implement the Wayne County 4-H program as well as support the statewide program.
4-H utilizes hands-on activities to foster critical thinking, leadership development, and community engagement. Programs are delivered through non-formal settings, such as 4-H clubs, camps, school enrichment, and after-school programs. Volunteers play an important role in the success of these endeavors, serving as club leaders, coaches and mentors. This position is based at Penn State Extension, Wayne County, Honesdale, PA.
The individual in this position works as a representative of The Pennsylvania State University in the delivery of a comprehensive 4-H Youth Development program in a wide range of 4-H curriculum areas. This includes maintaining and expanding existing local 4-H club programs, supervising programs delivered by program assistants and volunteers, building community collaborations and partnerships, developing a revenue enhancement portfolio, and creating a professional development plan.
Major responsibilities include:
- Help to implement educational programs, materials, and activities as part of the overall efforts of the Pennsylvania 4-H program and the identified needs of the local county.
- Recruit, screen, train, and support adult volunteers.
- Promote the 4-H program to retain current members and recruit new and diverse youth audiences.
- Effectively build relationships to support the educational mission of the 4-H program by collaborating with local, county, and state agencies, schools, organizations and businesses, community members, Extension professionals, and local decisionmakers.
- Effectively, work with the County 4-H Program Development Committee to plan the local program including a fundraising strategy.
- Provide effective communication to volunteers, collaborators, youth, and parents to ensure a quality experience.
- Coordinate registration, supervision, and transportation for participants in 4-H youth events held in other counties, across the state, or out of state.
- Implement program evaluation, documentation, and reporting.
- Support 4-H volunteers, youth and clubs to ensure that policy and procedural expectations are followed.
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Director of Programs and local Extension Educator.
Required Qualifications:
- Willing to work flexible hours.
- Familiarity with various ethnic and socioeconomic audiences, interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to the principles of diversity.
- Possess teaching, program development, and evaluation skills.
- Demonstrate positive human relations and effective communication skills necessary to work effectively with youth, parents, leaders, government officials, and the general public.
- Able to carry equipment and educational materials and supplies, with or without accommodation.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS) No prior relevant work experience required Required Certifications: None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $36,888.00 - $53,532.00.
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- No prior relevant work experience required
- Willingness to work flexible hours
- Ability and interest in working with diverse ethnic and socioeconomic audiences
- Commitment to diversity principles
- Teaching, program development, and evaluation skills
- Effective communication and positive human relations skills
- Ability to work with youth, parents, leaders, government officials, and the general public
- Ability to carry equipment, educational materials, and supplies, with or without accommodation
- Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
- Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
- Federal FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
- Valid driver's license
- Successful motor vehicle records check
- Authorization to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship
Penn State University Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Employer contributions to SERS and the TIAA Alternate Plan are described as significant, with supplemental retirement options available. Feedback suggests these choices and contributions create strong long‑term value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Full‑time employees accrue over 24 sick and vacation days annually, with additional university holidays and a winter break. Feedback suggests this depth of leave supports work–life balance.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — A 75% tuition discount extends to employees, spouses, and dependent children up to age 26 across resident instruction, World Campus, and Penn College courses. Feedback suggests this broad eligibility meaningfully enhances total rewards, especially for families.
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