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Position Information Posting Number PG190791CE Position Number NC- 00111666-1025 Position Type NC Cooperative Extension (EPS) Department Information Job City & State Durham, NC Department Durham County Extension System Information Working Title Assistant Extension Agent, 4-H Appointment 12 Month Recurring Job Type Full-Time - Permanent FTE 1.0 Position Overview 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. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. Check out this video on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension. No two days in Extension are ever the same, there is always something new Extension Agents are active in their communities and often need to meet the clients when and where they are available. This is not your typical desk job Benefits 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 Purpose Of Position The 4-H Extension Agent is an employee 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 county population and support 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 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. Primary Function Of Organizational Unit NC State Extension is the educational outreach arm of the North Carolina State University College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. NC State Extension provides research-based information, programming and technical assistance to all North Carolina citizens, addressing a varied range of issues in four programmatic areas – Agriculture & Natural Resources; Family & Consumer Sciences; Community and Rural Development, and 4-H Youth Development. Together, with its partners – North Carolina A&T State University Extension, U.S. Department of Agriculture, state and county governments, NC State Extension is able to bring a wide variety of resources to all 100 North Carolina counties and the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians. Duties and Responsibilities The Extension 4-H Agent will be located in Durham 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 4-H Agent is a leadership position, serving on the office’s Management team, and is responsible for supervising a Juntos Program Coordinator and a 4-H Program Assistant. The County provides a salary supplement to maintain parity within the County and to provide compensation for the supervisory responsibilities. Other Work / Responsibilities Assure that positive youth development principles are being utilized across the program to help youth identify and develop their passion and life skills. Form relationships in the county that lead to recruiting, training, managing, and rewarding the volunteer leaders who will guide 4-H clubs. Manage and grow the 4-H Youth Development program through clubs, afterschool programs, school enrichment, summer programs, and traditional 4-H camps, ensuring accessibility across the county. Manage a county-wide 4-H advisory council that supports programmatic efforts and champions 4-H in the local community. Develop a marketing program that attracts youth and volunteers from all sectors of the county. Evaluate programming to determine overall effectiveness and report findings. Maintain accurate records for youth and volunteer leaders and ensure program compliance with local, state, and national regulations. Work with youth organizations and schools to promote and quote school enrichment programs. Supervisory Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 2Percent of Time Spent 15% Requirements and Preferences Work Schedule: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm with flexibility and occasional work required in evenings and weekends as necessary. Minimum Experience/Education A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 overall or 3.0 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 completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a GPA of 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field. Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in child or youth development or related field. Department Required Skills Ability to work independently without direct supervision. Ability to work with, interact with, and respect broad populations. Ability to recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders. Computer literacy (proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Office). Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities. Ability to travel and work after-hours and weekends as needed. Ability to network with community partners and agencies and maintain working relationships. Must be able to lift and carry training supplies, publications, and equipment needed for training and youth programs. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Experience working effectively as a team member. Ability to manage and organize time, program, financial, and human resources. Experience and knowledge in mass media, marketing, and presentations. Skills in leadership, citizenship, budget management, planning, and public relations. Knowledge of the local (Durham) community and community resources. Experience building community partnerships. Experience supervising employees and volunteers. Experience working with a bilingual (Spanish) community and/or bilingual skills. Relevant Points To Consider This position often works nights and weekends outside of the normal workday. Key responsibility is managing volunteers. Ability to raise funds and manage finances for the overall county 4-H program. Candidate may be responsible for transporting youth; good driving record required. Durham County requires a fingerprint-based background check conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) as mandated by North Carolina Session Law 2025-16. This law was effective October 1, 2025. Required License or Certification Drivers License – Valid NC Driver's License required. Recruitment Recruitment Details: Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000; Minimum Doctorate $50,000 (plus a $6,000 supervisory stipend) Internal Transfer Only No Job Open Date 10/20/2025 Applicant Information Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/224238 EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you learn of this opportunity? NCSU Website Job Alert (automated email from our system) NCSU Executive Search Services Monster.com CareerBuilder.com InsideHigherEd.com HigherEdJobs.com Other Online Job Board Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide Job / Career Fair The Chronicle of Higher Education Professional Journal Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical) Radio / Television Advertisement Professional Organization Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter NCSU Employee Referral Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other) Other * If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question) * All agent positions require a minimum education requirement of: A. A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 overall or 3.0 in major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale); B. A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; C. A completed Master's degree. Do you meet this minimum education requirement? Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section A above. Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section B above. Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section C above. No, however I am in my last semester of study. No, I do not meet this requirement. * Please give detailed examples of your qualifications and work, school, and other experiences in the following competency. Youth and Adult Development – The knowledge of the growth and development process over the life span and its application in the creation of environments which optimize human potential. (Open Ended Question) Volunteerism for Youth Development – The integration of knowledge related to adult and youth development, organizational systems, volunteer research, and management practices to build and maintain volunteer management systems for the delivery of youth development programs. (Open Ended Question) Organizational Systems for Youth Development – The knowledge of organizational systems and resource management practices that lead organizations to the fulfillment of their missions. (Open Ended Question) Partnerships for Youth Development – The knowledge of the process and contextual factors which enhance the ability of community members to work together to improve the quality of life for youth and their families. (Open Ended Question) Learning strategies for Youth Development – The knowledge of theory and its application in the design and evaluation of learning experience for positive youth development. (Open Ended Question) Application Materials Required Cover Letter Resume Contact Information for References Optional Documents Senior level, Employment type, Job function and Industries sections omitted for brevity because they are not essential to the job description. These sections can be re‑added if required. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NC State Extension Forestry by 2x Get notified about new Extension Agent jobs in Durham, Ontario, Canada. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr