University of Maryland – Agent Associate, 4-H Youth Development – Maryland

Job title: Agent Associate, 4-H Youth Development Company: University of Maryland Job description: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world. Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment. Vaccine Protocol The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University System of Maryland (USM) recently announced that students, faculty, and staff on USM campuses this fall, including UMD, are required to be vaccinated against COVID. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University's vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded. Position Summary/Purpose of Position: This is an off-campus position located at the Frederick County Extension office in Frederick, MD. Description of Unit: University of Maryland is a land-grant institution with a three-part mission of teaching, research, and outreach. The campus is located in College Park, Maryland. University of Maryland Extension (UME) reaches all parts of Maryland with an office in every county and Baltimore City. Maryland 4-H is the youth development program of the land grant system. This position will be responsible for the Frederick County 4-H program. The Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program provides a supportive setting for youth to reach their fullest potential. Children learn beneficial cognitive and life skills through community-focused, research-based, experiential educational programs. High-quality science, civic engagement, and healthy living programs are delivered through clubs, afterschool and school programs, camps, fairs, and other community partners. Youth development professionals and volunteers support youth thriving through nurturing sparks, promoting high-quality experiences, and cultivating positive relationships within communities. To learn more about the 4-H Youth Development Program, visit Purpose of the Position: University of Maryland Extension (UME) is seeking an Educator to provide coordination and programmatic support for educational programs for youth, families, and communities. The Educator would work with volunteers and youth development agencies to provide experiential learning opportunities for youth, leading to the development of life skills for youth. The Educator is also responsible for developing an active, ongoing recruitment campaign to involve new volunteers and youth. As a professional track faculty member, the Educator will be responsible for developing youth development programs in cooperation with colleagues across the county and the Central cluster. The faculty member will be eligible for promotion per University policy and UME professional track faculty guidelines within a defined timeframe. This position reports directly to the Maryland 4-H Program Leader and Area Extension Director. Minimum Qualifications: Education: • Bachelor's degree in youth development, education, social science, or related field Experience: • One or more years of experience in positive youth development and/or education. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Demonstrated effectiveness and experience teaching diverse and underserved youth and adults in community settings. • Evidence of capacity to build UME Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect capacity through the Extension program model. • Demonstrated success in developing, implementing, and evaluating youth community education programs. • Demonstrated direct experience working with schools, afterschool, and community programs. • Demonstrated leadership, communication, program management, and time management skills. General Requirements: • Must be willing to work flexible hours, with some evenings and weekends, and to travel within the assigned county, administrative cluster, and state. • Personal transportation and valid driver's license. • This position is subject to a Criminal History Record Check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the Criminal History Record Check. Preferences: Preferred Education • MA or MS in Youth Development or related field. Preferred Experience: • 3 years of experience with the 4-H youth development program. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Experience in distance and virtual education strategies. • Experience in volunteer recruitment and management. • Demonstrated achievement in developing, implementing, and evaluating community education programs. Additional Certifications: Additional Information: RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop, implement and evaluate a Frederick county focused 4-H youth development program in cooperation with colleagues in the programmatic cluster. • Facilitate research-based methods to increase knowledge, leadership, and life skills in alignment with the UME Strategic Plan and 4-H Program Priorities. • Coordinate and deliver experiential learning programs for a wide range of disciplines in areas aligning with the 4-H national priorities around science, health and civic engagement. • Educate youth and adult volunteers on subject matter concepts. • Manage and expand the county's 4-H club and Out of School Time programs and capacity. • Conduct needs assessments, outreach and marketing to reach diverse audiences with equity and inclusion as foundational elements. • Provide leadership, coordination and support for the UME adult volunteer management system, including recruitment, screening and background check requirements, training, management and recognition of youth and adult volunteers. • Cultivate good working relationships with community collaborators and partners to benefit youth. Promote positive public relations with stakeholders and the community. • Increase resources through grants, local funding sources, collaborative and other funding proposals to support and expand 4-H youth development programs. • Provide leadership for selected Frederick county 4-H programs including but not limited to 4-H participation and activities at the County Fair and countywide contests. • Coordinate and implement recruitment, training, and development of 4-H adult and youth camp, animal science and agricultural program volunteers. • Provide evidence of teamwork accomplishments in annual reports. Individual role in team programs will be defined. • Other duties as assigned. SALARY & BENEFITS: • Tuition remission for self and eligible family members. • Salary commensurate with experience: Bachelor's base: $41,435; Master's base: $43,320. Position is a full-time, 12-month professional track faculty position. Annual contract, renewed annually pending performance and continued funding. • The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package. For more information please visit, APPLICATIONS: All candidates must apply online at for position # 117987. A complete application on packet includes a letter of application, a current resume, unofficial transcript, and three (3) professional references, including name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address. Posting Date: 08/18/2022 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Best Consideration Date 09/19/2022 Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. • Nature of the Position: This position frequently presents information through vocal and written communication to individuals of various ages, socio-economic, and educational backgrounds. • Physical Demands: A routine part of this position's responsibilities would be to transport materials to and from teaching/event locations, including loading and unloading the vehicle. The employee will frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds. Set-up and tear-down of displays, tables, and chairs would be necessary at many teaching sites. • Environmental: Team driven, office environment of professional character, competence, and collaboration. Deadline driven in terms of program planning and reporting. This position requires the employee to work outdoors at certain times of the year, especially during the time of annual fair, 4-H residential or day camps and youth recreation activities. This may occur during very hot and/or inclement weather. • Visual Acuity: Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data and presentations. Diversity Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume • Cover Letter • Unofficial Transcript • List of References (no emails sent from system) Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Do you understand this position is located in Frederick County (Frederick), Maryland? • Yes • No • * How did you hear about this position? • UMD Job Site • Personal Referral • Washington Post • Baltimore Sun • Local Publication • Chronicle of Higher Education • Inside Higher Education • INDEED • HERC • Hispanic Outlook • Diverse Jobs • HigherEdJobs • Professional Journal • Listserv • Other • SimplyHired • CareerBliss • Job Fairs • Monster.Com • Craigs List • UMD Job Fair Expected salary: Location: Maryland Apply for the job now! [ad_2] Apply tot his job Apply To this Job